Official Site of the Gaels · Jan 7, 2024
WBB | Gaels Finish Off USD for First WCC Win
Aokuso pull-up jumper at the elbow MORAGA, Calif. – Saint Mary's Women's Basketball finished strong against the University of San Diego on Saturday night, closing out a 67-59 victory over the Toreros to move to 1-1 in WCC play.
The Gaels were 12 of 22 (54.5%) from the floor in the second half while holding USD to just 26.9% shooting, all while out rebounding the Toreros 22-14 over the final two quarters.
It was San Diego who started the game shooting 54.5% in the first quarter, and they led 15-13 after the opening period. Things began to even out in the second quarter, but USD was up 31-27 at halftime.