MSU-Northern End Jimmies 10 Game Win Streak

MSU-Northern used a stiffling 2-3 zone to beat JC, 58-44 and end the Jimmies 10 game win streak. The Jimmies, who beat Montana State Western a day earlier, never could get on track and could never over come Northern's 10 point half time lead. The Jimmies, who trailed 26-16 at half, made a few runs and had the lead to 4 points with a little over 6 minutes left, but could never get over the hump.
The Jimmies, who are currently 11-3, had their lowest scoring out put of the season and for the first time all season had no one in double figures. They did make a season high of 9 three's. Ali Edwards (pictured) led the Jimmies off the bench with 9 points and shared team high honors with 7 rebounds. Amanda Rantapaa and Mara Paulson each added 8 points, followed by Kellie Schuneman with 7.
The Jimmies will take on NDSU on Saturday, December 20th in an exhibition game. They begin conference play on January 9th at Mayville State.

Jimmies win 10th Straight

Jamestown College ran its win streak to 10 games by beating Montana-Western, 70-61. The Jimmies trailed by five early in the game, but rallied to take a one point lead at half-time. Amanda Rantapaa sparked the Jimmies in the second half with two three-pointers that helped the Jimmies take control of the game. JC opened up a 18 point lead and then finished the game strong at the free throw line. For the game, the Jimmies were 21-15 from the line.

Freshman Mara Paulson continued her strong play with 20 points and 8 rebounds. Katie O'Neill added 12 points and 8 rebounds. Kellie Schuneman and Ali Edwards each added 9 points and Amanda Rantapaa and Allison Epping chipped in 8 each. For more on the game, visit:

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Jimmies Beat Morris by 19 to Run Win Streak to 9

Allison Epping and Ali Edwards (pictured) each played huge roles in leading Jamestown College to a victory over Minnesota Morris. Epping scored 19 points, going 9-10 from the field and she also added 6 rebounds. Edwards scored 7 points, but created a lot of problems on the defensive end for Morris. Edwards ended up with 7 rebounds and 6 steals. She also tipped a lot of passes that led to turnovers. JC forced Morris into 31 turnovers and held them to 31% shooting on the night.

Jamestown College ran its win streak to 9 games and they are currently 10-2. JC had three players in double figures. Following Eppings 19 was freshman Mara Paulson with 13 and sophomore point guard, Kellie Schuneman chipped in 10 points. Katie O'Neill and Ali Edwards each added 7 points and Amanda Rantapaa rounded it out with 6 points. The Jimmies totaled 44 rebounds and 19 assists.

The Jimmies travel to Minot for two games this weekend. The Jimmies face Montana Western on Friday and Montana Northern on Saturday.

Paulson Named DAC Player of the Week

Jamestown College Freshman, Mara Paulson, was named the DAC Player of the Week. Mara was the first Jimmie player since Giuli Varriano was named the DAC Player in January, 2007. Mara scored a career high of 24 points and 11 rebounds against Valley City State. She was 7 of 12 from the field and a perfect 10-10 from the free throw line.

#5 Jimmie Women Beat Rival, Valley City St. in Conference Opener

With the Jimmies leading scorer, Heidi Fiechtner on the sideline due to an injury, Mara Paulson (pictured) and Allison Epping stepped up and helped lead the Jimmies to a huge win over conference rival, Valley City State. Paulson scored a career high of 24 points and a career high of 11 rebounds, going 7-12 from the field and 10-10 from the free throw line.

The Jimmies led the majority of the night, including 40-37 at the half. JC opened the second half on a 14-2 run which gave the Jimmies a 15 point lead. This was a crucial run as the Vikings chipped away throughout the second half, but the Jimmies finished strong and held on for a 72-67 win.

Ali Edwards scored a season high off the bench with 12 points and 8 rebounds. Kellie Schuneman added 12 points and 5 assists, and Allison Epping had another strong outing with 10 points and 6 rebounds.

The Jimmies, 9-2 on the season, take on Minnesota Morris on Wednesday night at the Civic Center. To read more about the game witht he Vikings, go to:

http://www.jamestownsun.com/articles/index.cfm?id=76389&section=Sports