IRVINE, Calif. — The Stan State women's basketball team mounted a late rally but fell short against Biola University, 61-50, Saturday afternoon at CU Arena in the CCAA/PacWest Challenge. The Warriors outscored the Eagles 22-13 in the fourth quarter.
Stan State moved to 0-3 on the season, while Biola improved to 3-0.
First Quarter
Biola built an early lead by attacking the basket and converting scoring opportunities, taking a 20-12 advantage after the opening period. Harris scored seven points in the quarter, while Gardner added four points and helped the Warriors stay within striking distance.
Second Quarter
The Eagles continued to apply pressure on both ends of the floor in the second quarter. Biola outscored Stan State 18-9 during the period, taking a 38-21 lead into halftime. Gardner and Harris continued to provide the Warriors' offensive production.
Third Quarter
Stan State worked to close the gap coming out of halftime, but Biola answered with a strong defensive effort. The Eagles limited the Warriors to seven points in the third quarter and took a 48-28 lead into the final period.
Fourth Quarter
The Warriors showed their strongest offensive effort of the afternoon in the fourth quarter, outscoring Biola 22-13. Stan State created additional scoring opportunities and cut into the deficit behind timely baskets from Harris and Gardner. The late rally, however, fell short as Biola secured the 61-50 victory.
Warrior Notables
- Kalyn Harris led the Warriors with a career-high 13 points, including three 3-pointers.
- Eryn Gardner added 11 points, eight rebounds, two assists, three steals and two blocked shots.
- Quinn Garrett contributed five points, four rebounds, four assists, two steals and one block.
- Stan State recorded 12 steals and held Biola to 13 fourth-quarter points.
Up Next
The Warriors will host Jessup University in their home opener Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 2 p.m. at Ed & Bertha Fitzpatrick Arena. Stan State will begin CCAA play Thursday, Dec. 3, at 5:30 p.m. at Cal State San Bernardino before hosting Chico State on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 5:30 p.m. for a Black Out game.
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