Minnesota Gophers Secure Hard-Fought Victory Over Oregon
The Minnesota Gophers women’s basketball team has bounced back from a two-game losing streak with a thrilling 65-60 win over the Oregon Ducks on Thursday in Eugene, Ore. The team’s victory was led by the impressive performances of Amaya Battle and Grace Grocholski, who combined to score 39 points.
Battle finished the game with 20 points, four rebounds, three assists, and two steals, while Grocholski scored 19 points and made a crucial steal with 8 seconds left, setting up a layup by Sophie Hart to seal the win. Hart herself had a notable game, finishing with 14 points on 7-for-10 shooting. Mara Braun also made significant contributions, leading the team with nine rebounds.
Key Moments in the Game
Grocholski’s 3-pointer with 2:30 remaining gave the Gophers a 62-50 lead, but the Oregon Ducks refused to back down, launching a 9-1 run to narrow the gap to 63-60 with 53 seconds left. However, the Gophers’ defense held strong, and they managed to secure the win. Ehis Etute had a game-high 12 rebounds and was one of three Oregon players to finish with 11 points.
Team Performance and Statistics
The Gophers’ victory brings their record to 13-6 overall and 4-4 in the Big Ten conference. The win is a testament to the team’s resilience and determination, and they will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games. For more information and detailed statistics, visit the official report.
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