Iowa State Cyclones Triumph Over Northern Iowa Panthers at James H. Hilton Coliseum in Women's Basketball
In a display of home-court advantage, the Iowa State Cyclones secured a commanding victory over the Northern Iowa Panthers with a final score of 87-70. The Cyclones now stand with an impressive record, while the Panthers' record reflects their struggle in this matchup.
The game at James H. Hilton Coliseum saw the Iowa State Cyclones establish dominance early on, matching the Panthers point-for-point in the first quarter and ending it tied at 16 each. However, as the second quarter unfolded, the Cyclones surged ahead with an additional 26 points to their score while holding Northern Iowa to just 18. This trend continued after halftime; by adding another 23 points in the third quarter and capping off with 22 in the fourth, they solidified their lead and ultimately clinched their victory.
The Cyclones showcased superior shooting accuracy throughout the game, boasting a field goal percentage of approximately 51 percent from two-point range and an impressive three-point percentage of about 50 percent. Their free throw performance was also notable with roughly a 76 percent success rate.
Defensively, Iowa State outperformed Northern Iowa significantly; they amassed a total of five blocks and five steals during playtime. The team's rebounding was particularly outstanding as they collected nearly double that of their opponents—49 rebounds compared to just 25 for Northern Iowa—with an especially strong showing on defensive rebounds at thirty-six.
Offensively, assists were key for establishing fluidity on court for Iowa State; seventeen assists were recorded which contributed greatly to scoring opportunities and overall team dynamics.
On Northern Iowa's side despite falling short against a formidable opponent like The Cyclones, they managed to make nine three-pointers reflecting about a thirty-five percent success rate from beyond the arc which kept them competitive during stretches of playtime. They also showed resilience by drawing fouls effectively leading them to attempt nineteen free throws making thirteen—a commendable effort indeed but not enough against such high-caliber opposition as presented by The Cyclones this day.
Looking ahead for fans eagerly anticipating more action from their beloved team: The next challenge awaits when The Iowa State Cyclones travel to face off against Oklahoma State Cowgirls at Gallagher-Iba Arena located in Stillwater on December thirtieth at eight o'clock PM Eastern Time Zone (ET). This encounter promises another opportunity for fans unable to attend live events can catch all action broadcasted through designated sports networks ensuring no one misses out on what is sure be another exciting chapter in college women’s basketball season!