MARION, Ind. – No. 7 Indiana Wesleyan women's basketball hosted Grace College on Saturday in Luckey Arena in a decisive Crossroads League matchup. An explosive 3rd quarter put the game out of reach, and the Wildcats picked up their 20th win of the season and another key conference victory on their quest for a Crossroads League championship, 80-65. With five games left to play, IWU is tied for first in the standings with a 12-1 record.
- Location: Marion, Ind. | Luckey Arena
- Records: IWU - 20-3, 12-1 CRL | GC 16-7, 9-4 CRL
- NAIA Top-25 Rankings: IWU - #7 | GC – RV
- Grace took a 21-19 first quarter lead after shooting 64% from the field.
- An even 15-15 second quarter saw the Wildcats down 36-34 at halftime.
- IWU exploded for 31 points in the 3rd period, highlighted by 5-7 from deep, to retake the lead 65-53.
- The Lancers were held to just 12 points in the final 10 minutes as Indiana Wesleyan secured their 12th-straight win, 80-65.
- 28 – IWU showcased their depth with 28 points coming from the bench.
- 7 – The Wildcat's 10 three-pointers marked the 7th time they have hit double-digit three's this season.
- 14 – The defense of Indiana Wesleyan has swiped at least 10 steals in 14 of their 23 games.
- 20 – Ethan Whaley has led the Wildcats to 20 wins in all 6 of his seasons at the helm.
- "What a great effort from our whole team," said Ethan Whaley, Head Women's Basketball Coach. "That was the first time we've been whole all season long. I was proud of our connection and intensity for 40 minutes today against a REALLY underrated Grace team. That had a national tournament feel to it today."
- The Wildcats are back at home on Wednesday to take on Spring Arbor at 7:00 p.m.
- Individuals looking to attend can purchase tickets at IWUWildcats.com/Tickets.
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