The Ball State University women's basketball team defeated host Duquesne 71-62 on Saturday behind a career night from Emily Maggert.
The junior forward scored a career-high 25 points and grabbed 15 rebounds for her sixth double-double of the season, leading the Cardinals (5-5) to a 50.9 percent shooting performance against the Dukes (8-4).
Other than Maggert, senior guard Audrey McDonald (11 points) and junior guard Ty'Ronda Benning (10) ended the day in double digits.
A 3-point play from Maggert put the Cardinals up 23-21 at the 6:07 mark of the first half, and Ball State wouldn't give up the lead the rest of the way.
Though Duquesne did come within two points at 55-53 with 6:12 to play in the game — off the heels of an 11-0 run by the Dukes — Ball State slowly built back its lead, beginning with three McDonald free throws thereafter, and a free throw battle eventually pushed the game out of reach.
The Cardinals also stood strong on defense, limiting the Dukes to a .303 shooting percentage for the game, including a 3-for-20 (.150) effort beyond the 3-point arc.
Forward Samantha Pollino led Duquesne with 22 points and 12 rebounds, while guard Keri Pryor had 13 points and Kelly Britcher had 12 points.
Ball State continues its road swing with a matchup against in-state rival Evansville on Tuesday.
For continuing coverage of the women's basketball team over Winter Break, check back with bsudailynews.com.
Read More
Three Air Jam teams take home the win
October 12, 2012Nineteen teams shimmied, shook and flipped for a sold out John R. Emens Auditorium on Thursday night during the 25th annual Air Jam.
Bill Clinton Speaks at North Central High School
October 12, 2012Former President's Speech Could Have Effect on State Senate Race
