In Thursday's matchup with Bethel (KS), the Lady Eagles fell by a 60-46 margin. A slow start in the first half was the difference, as the Lady Eagles came out cold and only scored 17 points before halftime. They rebounded in the second to close the gap, but in the end they could not overcome the early deficit. With the loss, the Lady Eagles are 4-6 through their first 10 games.

Recap:

• The Lady Eagles shot only 21% from the field in the opening quarter and were outscored 23-8 in the period.
• Neither team lit up the scoreboard in the second quarter, but Bethel did extend its lead at the half, 33-17.
• The Lady Eagles won the third quarter 17-9, closing the gap to under 10 points.
• However, the Threshers pulled away in the fourth quarter and went on to win by 14 points.

Now the Numbers:

• OKWU shot just 31.7% from the field during the game. The shooting woes extended beyond the arc, too, where the Lady Eagles were 5-23 on the evening.
• OKWU committed 20 turnovers that led to 21 Bethel points.
• Zariah Tillman continued her strong play, scoring 18 points and adding 3 steals. She was the only Lady Eagle in double figures.

Up Next:

• OKWU is home on Saturday, hosting Friends University at 4 p.m.