By AnnaGrace Hale | Sports Writer
No. 18 Baylor women’s basketball won its 13th-straight season opener, as they defeated Lamar University 88-50 Monday night in the Ferrell Center. The Bears, old and new, stepped up on the court to command the match, led by senior guard Jaden Owens, who claimed her first career double-double.
Freshman guard Bella Fontleroy put up 17 points and eight rebounds for the green and gold.
The bench ignited Baylor (1-0) in this match as Fontleroy, Owens and sophomore forward Kendra Gillispie provided a major spark.
Senior guard Aijha Blackwell chipped in 17 points of her own 6-9 shooting, drilling four free throws as well.