DES MOINES, Iowa – Behind a career-high nine assists from and a second-consecutive double-double by , the Drake University women's basketball team defeated Valparaiso, 77-67, on Friday night at the Knapp Center. Berg added 15 points while Bair tallied game-highs with 16 points (8-of-9 shooting), 10 rebounds and three blocks.
The duo started quickly as Berg assisted Bair for three made shots in the first quarter. Berg and Bair formed a formidable combination in high-low action as Berg assisted Bair six times on the night. The Bulldogs (14-10, 12-5 MVC) recorded 25 assists on 30 made baskets and they registered their third-highest field-goal percentage of the season (58.