Photo by Kami Wood

McPherson, Kan. – The Central Christian College women's basketball team wrapped up their season on Saturday, falling at home to the University of North Texas – Dallas 101-42.
The Tigers got off to a good start, playing even with the Trailblazers in the opening five minutes of the first quarter. At the 5:34 mark of the first, the Tigers and Trailblazers were tied at 10, but at that point, the Trailblazers finished the period on a 17-2 run to close out the quarter 27-12.

From there, the Trailblazers had too much offense for the Tigers. They outscored the Tigers 25-9 in the second quarter to head into the locker room at halftime up 52 to 21. The Trend continued in the third and fourth quarters. The Trailblazers continued to score at will, out pacing the Tigers 49 to 21.

After the game, the Tigers honored seniors Rachel Stark and Abigail Contreras, who completed their careers in a Tiger uniform on Saturday.

By the Numbers

For the game, the Tiger offense went 12-50 (24%) from the floor.

They hit on just 4 of 24 (17%) of their shots from beyond the three point arc.

They were good from the free throw line, making 14-16 (88%) of their attempts.

The Trailblazers won the battle of the boards, 45 to 32.

The Tigers committed 23 turnovers, while the Trailblazers only coughed it up 5 times.

Rachel Stark was the only Tiger to score in double figures, she finished with 13 points.

Tiger Leaders

Points: Rachel Stark (13)

Rebounds: Rachel Stark (7)               

Assists: Hallee Winsea (2)

Steals: Amaleigh Mattison, Rachel Perkins, Rachel Stark (1)

Blocks: Rachel Stark (3)

Coach Quote:

"Tough season and an even tougher way to end it. There is a lot of lessons that can be learned by both the members of the team and the coaches. My prayer is that we as a team are open to growth and sometimes the pain that comes with growth. 

I want to thank our seniors. 

Rachel, thank you for your tenacity and for your grit. I think if you attack life like you attack an opponent on defense, you will be very successful in anything you do. 

Abby , thank you for the investment into this program. I am so proud of how you finished your career here. Our team this year was blessed by your leadership and your spirit. 

Rebuilding is a very tough process made tougher in this conference. We are a step closer to getting where we need to be. With a few less injuries and a few more players, we have the possibility of being competitive next year." – Coach Matt Barreiro