Mariah Stacona led NU with 21 points tonight
Argos Big Quarters Downs Eagles
GREAT FALLS, Mont. – The University of Providence used a strong second and third quarter to build a 21 point lead as they would go on to defeat Northwest University, 72-53, tonight in a non-conference game.
The Argos outscored Northwest U 44-29 in the second and third quarter to lead 63-41 at the end of the third quarter. NU would come back to outscore the Argos 12-9 in the final period but it wouldn’t be enough as the UP would post their sixth victory without a loss.
Mariah Stacona led Northwest U (1-3) with 21 points, hitting 4 of 9 three point attempts and added 5 steals. Teammate Hayden Craig scored 12 points and pulled down 7 rebounds while Hannah Carlson added 8 points and 5 rebounds. The Eagles shot 33% from the floor and from beyond the 3-point line.
For Providence (6-0) Stephanie McDonagh led the Argos with 22 points and 9 rebounds. Molly Herron scored 12 points, grabbed 8 rebounds and added 7 assists. UP hit 28 of 66 shots for 42% and 4 of 17 3-point attempts for 24%.
Next Up: The Eagle remain in Great Falls and will play Montana State Northern tomorrow at 4:30 p.m.