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WIU WBB
81
Winner Western Ill. WIU 10-2,1-0 OVC
75
SIUE SIUE 3-12,0-2 OVC
Winner
Western Ill. WIU
10-2,1-0 OVC
81
Final
75
SIUE SIUE
3-12,0-2 OVC
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 3 4 F
Western Ill. WIU 27 14 17 23 81
SIUE SIUE 13 21 19 22 75

Game Recap: Women's Basketball | | WIU Athletic Communications

Jasmine Nichols Grabs a Double Double in Leathernecks First Conference Win

MACOMB, IL – Western Illinois picks up a historic win as they defeat SIUE 81-75 for their first conference win in the Ohio Valley Conference. The six-point victory moves WIU to 10-2 overall on the season.

The first quarter set the tone for WIU's dominance as Addi Brownfield ignited the scoring with a fast-break layup, quickly establishing a lead. Allie Meadows' sharpshooting prowess was on full display as she knocked down a three-pointer, giving WIU a 5-2 advantage with 9:12 remaining in the quarter. Raegan McCowan extended the lead with a three-point jump shot, making it 12-7. The Leathernecks continued to press on, with Anna Deets contributing a layup that sparked a commanding 14-3 run. Mallory McDermott's three-pointer during this run propelled WIU to a double-digit lead at 20-10, and she added another bucket as the team reached its largest lead of the game at 27-12 by the end of the quarter.

In the second quarter, SIUE mounted a comeback with a 10-0 run, closing the gap to 27-23. However, WIU responded by relying on McDermott, who once again found the basket, extending the lead back to six points. Despite SIUE cutting the lead to three, WIU maintained control with back-to-back baskets from Jasmine Nichols and Allie Meadows, bringing the lead to 35-28. By halftime, Anna Deets' three-pointer further expanded WIU's lead to nine (41-32).

The third quarter saw McCowan taking charge with a personal 6-0 run, giving WIU a 51-39 lead. SIUE fought back, but a crucial three-pointer from Meadows kept WIU ahead 54-45 with 3:03 left. Jasmine Nichols closed the quarter with two free throws, securing a 58-53 lead for WIU.

In the final quarter, WIU consistently thwarted SIUE's attempts to narrow the gap. Despite SIUE cutting it to three, WIU responded with a 4-0 run, pushing the lead back to eight (65-57). Nichols and Meadows played pivotal roles in sealing the victory, and WIU's proficiency from the free-throw line in the closing moments secured the 81-75 win.

The Leathernecks showcased a balanced offensive effort, with five players scoring in double digits. Allie Meadows led the charge with 18 points, while Raegan McCowan contributed 17. Mallory McDermott made a significant impact off the bench with 15 points, and Anna Deets and Jasmine Nichols added 12 and 11 points, respectively. Nichols also recorded an impressive double-double with 11 rebounds. Meadows nearly achieved a double-double as well, securing nine rebounds. Addi Brownfield and Raegan McCowan chipped in with 11 and 8 rebounds, respectively.

WIU demonstrated efficiency in their shooting, connecting on 42.4% of field goals and 32% from beyond the arc. The team's free-throw performance was reliable, going 17-27 from the line. 

The Leathernecks return to Western Hall, where they have a perfect 8-0 record on Thursday at 5:00 p.m. against SEMO.
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