Back-to-back losses offset women’s winning streak

The Eagle women’s basketball team lost Friday and Saturday to end its three-game  winning streak.

Western State University broke Chadron’s streak with a 77-63 win, shooting 68 percent in the second half in Paul Wright Gym in Gunnison, Colo.

The Eagles trailed the majority of the first half but came within 2 points before the Mountaineers’ 12-point run, leading 33-24 at halftime.

Western gained momentum throughout the second half while Chadron struggled to keep up with the Mountaineer’s 68 percent shooting, compared to their 40 percent.

Betsy Moler, sophomore of Rapid City, S.D., tipped-in to conclud the game 77-63.

Kada Williams, junior of Green River, Wyo., led the team with 14 points.

Jazmyn Webster, freshman of Cheyenne, Wyo., contributed 11 points, four rebounds and four steals.

Kelsey Scott, junior of Douglas, Wyo., chipped in 10 points, five rebounds, and three assists.

The Eagles traveled to Grand Junction, Colo., where Mesa State defeated Chadron State 70-58 Saturday night at Brownson Arena.

The first half saw constant changing of possession and a battle for the lead. The Mavericks led the Eagles 32-30 at halftime.

Although the shooting percentages for Chadron (41.8 percent) and Mesa (41.7 percent) were almost the same, the Mavs executed on free throws, sinking 15-15 the staring half and 12-17 in the second half. The Eagles gave up 17 turnovers throughout the game.

The Mav’s Kelsey Sigl sank 26 points alone while Amy Weitzeil added 12.

Webster led the Eagles with 15 points and Marla Munsen, sophomore of Hershey, Neb., finished with 13.

Chadron State will host Metro State College this Friday and Regis University on Saturday. Tip-offs are set for 6 p.m in Armstrong Gym.