Syracuse Orange Triumph in Triple Overtime Thriller Against California Golden Bears

The Syracuse Orange, with a record of 1-0, emerged victorious against the California Golden Bears, who now stand at 0-1. The game concluded with a score of 90-87 in favor of the Orange.

First Quarter

The opening quarter saw both teams testing each other's defenses. The Syracuse Orange managed to edge out slightly ahead with a score of 12 points compared to the Golden Bears' 10. Keira Scott contributed significantly on defense with her blocking skills, setting an early tone for the game.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, Syracuse's offensive strategy began to take shape as they scored 22 points. Dominique Darius was instrumental during this period, adding crucial points and assists that helped maintain their lead over Cal's 13-point effort.

Third Quarter

As play resumed after halftime, both teams intensified their efforts. The Orange added another 19 points to their tally while maintaining strong defensive plays led by Uche Izoje's impressive rebounding and blocking performance. Meanwhile, Cal managed to put up 14 points but struggled to close the gap.

Fourth Quarter

The fourth quarter witnessed a shift in momentum as Cal mounted an aggressive comeback attempt by scoring an impressive 25 points against Syracuse’s modest contribution of just nine points. This surge forced overtime as both teams were tied at regulation time.

Overtime Periods

In what became an endurance test for both squads, three overtime periods were required to determine a winner. Sophie Burrows shone brightly during these critical moments by scoring consistently and securing vital steals that kept Syracuse competitive throughout each extra period.

Ultimately it was Journey Thompson’s decisive plays that sealed victory for the Orange in triple overtime despite Cal’s relentless pursuit which saw them add another combined total of twenty-five additional points across all overtimes compared against Syracuse’s twenty-eight cumulative contributions during these high-pressure minutes.

This intense matchup between two determined sides showcased exceptional athleticism from players on either end – particularly highlighting how pivotal individual performances can be when games hang precariously balanced until final whistles blow!

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