Kalamazoo, MI – Alma Women's Basketball was on the road to open MIAA Conference Play against Kalamazoo College. The Scots were victorious by a final of 79-32.

The Scots scored early on a couple of quick baskets running the floor, but couldn't seem to pull away. Finally, shots started falling for Alma, and the Scots got to the line several times, converting at a high clip from the charity stripe. At the end of one, Alma led 17-8. The Scots put the pedal to the floor in the second quarter, converting the looks they had missed early on and expanding their lead to 36-16 at the halftime break.

Kalamazoo hit back at the Scots immediately out of the break. The Hornets made a handful of shots and closed the gap down to 10, but Alma wouldn't falter for long. The Scots scored 18 points in the quarter to lead by 21 after 3 quarters. The team in maroon hit their stride in the fourth quarter, scoring 25 points. However, even more impressive was the defensive display put on by Alma. The Scots held the hosts to just 3 points in the fourth to bring the final score to 79-32.

Alma was led by Brooke Leroux, who had a career day for the Scots. She shot 9-15 from the floor, totaling 6 threes as she scored a career high 24 points. The sophomore also recorded a double-double, grabbing 15 boards. Olivia Warren contributed 8 points and 6 rebounds. Taylor Sas scored 8 as well along with 4 rebounds, 2 assists, and a steal. The Scots also got great contributions off the bench, with the leader being Kendall Griffoen. She tallied 7 points and 3 blocks defensively in 14 minutes of action.

The Scots have a week until their next contest, on the road at Albion.

Story Credit: Nick Nemeth, Sports Information Director