GAME DAY: Women’s basketball wins against UT-Permian Basin 61-55

Jack Connolly, Staff Writer|January 26, 2023

Ronnie Cantu guards UT-Permian Basin point guard Avalon Munos on Thursday night at the Recreation and Athletic Center.

Morgan Gary led all Hilltoppers in scoring against the University of Texas-Permian Basin at the Recreation and Athletic Center on Thursday night. Gary scored 20 points on 9 of 14 shooting to secure the Hilltoppers a 61 to 55 win.

The Falcons led at the end of the first half 30 to 25, but were outscored 17 to 11 in the third quarter. Alexus Quaadman carried the load offensively for the Falcons, scoring 20 points on 6 of 11 shooting, but foul troubles forced her out of the game for extended periods in the second half.

Hilltoppers Jayda Ruffus-Milner and Ronnie Cantu added 14 12 points, respectively, to the total score.

With the win, the Hilltoppers moved to 5-4 in conference play and 10-9 overall. The Falcons fell to 5-7 in conference play and 8-10 overall.

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The team celebrates with Head Coach Sterling Henderson after their win. “You know, Sterling gave me the opportunity to come here, been some of the best moments of my life, memories that I’ll remember forever,” Muccio said. “(I’m) glad I can do it for him.”

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Junior Jayden Johnston makes his way between his teammates as the starting five for the Hilltoppers is announced. Johnston, who just finished his first regular season at St. Edward’s, finished the season in style as the highest scorer of the night with 21 total points.

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Junior guard Jayden Johnston prepares to attempt a three-pointer. Sophomore center Sean Elkinton blocks the Dustdevils defense to leave him open to shoot. Johnston had a total of eight points and four rebounds.

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