Teton Women defeat UTTC 97-67
WILLISTON, N.D. — The Williston State College women's basketball team turned in a dominant all-around performance on the road, rolling past United Tribes Technical College 97–67 on Wednesday night.
Williston State shot an impressive 56.2 percent from the field and piled up 36 assists on 41 made baskets, showcasing unselfish play and offensive efficiency throughout the contest. The Tetons also held United Tribes to 33.3 percent shooting, pulling away early and never looking back.
Five Tetons scored in double figures, led by Jersey Berg, who delivered a near-perfect shooting night. Berg finished with a game-high 20 points on 10-of-11 shooting, adding six rebounds and five assists. Taylah Murtagh followed closely with 18 points, nine rebounds, and six assists, while shooting 7-of-9 from the floor.
Dani Jordan chipped in 17 points, knocking down both of her three-point attempts and going 5-of-6 at the free-throw line. Sophie Barker filled up the stat sheet with 17 points, 11 assists, and five steals, recording a double-double and directing the offense. Leila Heffernan rounded out the scoring surge with 13 points, eight rebounds, five assists, and a block.
Williston State controlled the glass with a 37–37 rebounding tie but made the difference through ball movement and efficiency, committing just 13 turnovers while forcing 16 from United Tribes.
United Tribes was paced by Ronessa Sazue, who scored 19 points on 8-of-16 shooting. Sapphire Lablanc and Essence Tobacco each added nine points, but the Thunderbirds struggled to keep pace as Williston State stretched the lead into double digits early and maintained control throughout.
The Tetons' balanced scoring and defensive pressure proved too much on the road, as Williston State closed the night just one point shy of the century mark.
Williston State will look to carry the momentum forward as conference play continues next Thursday at home.
