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Haylee Stokes goes up for a layup
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60
Augustana (SD) AUGIE 4-6,1-4 NSIC
108
Winner Minnesota St. MSU 11-0,5-0 NSIC
Augustana (SD) AUGIE
4-6,1-4 NSIC
60
Final
108
Minnesota St. MSU
11-0,5-0 NSIC
Winner
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 3 4 F
Augustana (SD) AUGIE 12 13 22 13 60
Minnesota St. MSU 32 25 41 10 108

Game Recap: Women's Basketball |

#2 MSU Delivers Statement Win Against Augustana

MANKATO, Minn. — Minnesota State (11-0, 5-0 NSIC) defeated Augustana (4-6, 1-4 NSIC) with a commanding 108-60 victory, on Saturday, Dec. 13 highlighted by a 41-point third quarter and forcing 37 turnovers. This victory marked the largest win margin of the season, with a 48-point difference, and reaffirmed the Mavericks' position as the No. 2 ranked team in the country.

Senior guard Natalie Bremer led the way with 25 points on 11-of-20 shooting, added five rebounds, and helped establish control early in the contest. Her scoring output surpassed her season average of 20.6 points per game. Hannah Herzig contributed with six assists, four steals, and two blocked shots. Freshman Haylee Stokes achieved a career-high total of 17 points, drained two 3-pointers, and recorded four steals. Ava Stier, shooting an efficient 7-for-9, tallied a career-high 18 points and secured five rebounds. Stier also showcased her playmaking ability by recording at least 2 assists in two consecutive games and finished the game going 5 for her last 6 shooting attempts.

The Mavericks started the first quarter with a strong offensive push, quickly establishing a presence in the paint. Rhyan Holmgren tied the game with a layup just 18 seconds into the quarter, setting the tone. Bremer contributed significantly, scoring multiple baskets, including a fast-break layup that pushed the lead to 9–4. The Mavericks capitalized on turnovers and executed a 17–2 run midway through the quarter, highlighted by Stier's three-pointer. The defense held strong, forcing nine turnovers, which fueled their fast-break opportunities. The quarter closed with the Mavericks leading 32–12, maintaining a substantial advantage over the Vikings.

Minnesota State opened the second quarter by setting the tone defensively, as Stokes forced a turnover and finished a layup in the opening moments. Capitalizing on turnovers, the Mavericks scored 21 points off miscues while maintaining pressure with seven steals. Bremer added a jumper and a pair of free throws to extend the lead. In the paint, MSU matched the Vikings with 10 points apiece, but created separation through the fast break, scoring six points in transition. Despite a late three pointer from Augustana, the Mavericks closed the quarter with a 57–25 advantage, continuing to widen the margin.

MSU began the third quarter with strong defensive pressure, turning turnovers into momentum. Stier sparked the run with a steal and layup at the 9:42 mark, followed by a Holmgren fast-break finish to extend the lead. Minnesota State maintained control as Herzig set up multiple scores and the Mavericks won the battle in the paint. Mackenzie Schweim and Stokes each connected from beyond the arc, while the MSU bench added 20 points in the quarter. The Mavericks outscored the Vikings 41–22 in the period to take a 98–47 lead.

The Mavericks maintained control in the fourth quarter despite the Vikings' efforts to close the gap. Bremer opened the quarter with an offensive rebound leading to a successful layup, extending the lead early on. Stokes added a defensive stop with a steal at 8:48, keeping the Vikings at bay. Adeline Kent and Payton Morgan's key rebounds allowed the Mavericks to capitalize in the paint. Shantell Harden and Addison Hoof added to the scoring, maintaining a solid lead. Minnesota State closed out the contest to earn a 108–60 victory.

The Thursday, Dec. 18 road trip sends MSU to Marshall, Minn., where the Mavericks will square off with Southwest Minnesota State at 7:30 p.m. inside the R/A Facility. The game will be available to stream live on the NSIC Network.
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