CSUN Women’s Basketball Defeats Westmont 79-64
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The CSUN Matadors defeated the Westmont Warriors 79-64 on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Murchison Gymnasium. This victory improves CSUN’s record to 3-2 on the season.
Game Recap
CSUN showcased a strong offensive performance, led by guard jordyn Jackson who scored a game-high 22 points. Forward Kaitlyn Elson contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds, achieving a double-double. The Matadors shot 48.3% from the field and 35.7% from three-point range.
Westmont struggled to contain CSUN’s attack,with their leading scorer,Isabella Roth,contributing 18 points. The Warriors shot 38.2% from the field and 30.8% from beyond the arc.
Key Stats
- CSUN: Jordyn Jackson (22 points), Kaitlyn Elson (16 points, 10 rebounds), Skylar Jones (12 points)
- Westmont: Isabella Roth (18 points), Lauren McCoy (12 points)
- Rebounds: CSUN 38, Westmont 28
- Assists: CSUN 18, Westmont 11
- Turnovers: CSUN 14, Westmont 16
First Half Performance
CSUN established an early lead in the first half, outscoring westmont 42-30. Jackson’s scoring prowess and Elson’s rebounding helped the Matadors control the tempo. Westmont attempted to keep pace, but CSUN’s efficient shooting proved tough to counter.
Second Half Surge
The Matadors continued their strong play in the second half, maintaining their lead and extending it to a final margin of 15 points. CSUN’s defense tightened, forcing Westmont into difficult shots and securing crucial rebounds. The team reached double-digit steals, finishing with 12.
Up Next
CSUN returns home to take on Life Pacific at Premier America Credit Union Arena on Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. The game will be livestreamed on ESPN+ with Jill Painter-Lopez on the call.
Date of Publication: 2025/11/24 02:46:08
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