Whitewater, WI—Millikin University women's basketball completed their time at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater's Champions Classic, taking an upset to the receiving votes Whitewater Warhawks.
The Big Blue were outscored in each quarter, not able to convert offensively; finishing with only 15 made field goals at a 28.3 percentage. Freshmen Lizzy Murphy led with seven points plus six rebounds and Amya Porchia six points. Four players put up four points apiece, and Lauryn Jackson led with seven rebounds of the teams 36.
Wisconsin Whitewater had 36 made baskets on 56.3% shooting. Leading all players was Mia Gillis with 16 points and six rebounds on 87.5% field goal percentage (7-8). The Warhawks out assisted the Big Blue with 16 versus five, allowing for more movement to create space to score.
Millikin women's basketball returns to action Wednesday, November 18 at Knox College. Tip-off is set for 6pm in Galesburg, Illinois.
