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SHIP U. Women’s Basketball surges past Kutztown, 80-66

In a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Eastern Division matchup, the Shippensburg University women’s basketball team defeated Kutztown University 80-66 at Heiges Field House. Shippensburg (6-8, 3-5 PSAC) led 33-20 at halftime, bolstered by a strong defense that forced 11 turnovers and limited Kutztown to 36-percent shooting in the first half.

Kutztown (6-9, 2-5 PSAC) closed the gap in the third quarter, reducing the deficit to five points, driven by Leila Hurley’s three three-pointers early in the half. Despite the comeback attempt, Shippensburg pulled away in the fourth quarter, scoring 33 points, its highest in a single quarter this season.

Key performances for Shippensburg included freshman Abbie Johns with 15 points, Bella Chimienti with 20 points and four steals, and senior Abbie Miller, who notched a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds. The team excelled at free throws, making 28-of-36 attempts.

For Kutztown, Naia Pulliam led with 23 points, and Shannon Remolde added 13 points. Shippensburg’s next game is against Mansfield at Decker Gymnasium.

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