Friday, January 16, 2009

Jimmies Rally Over Minot State




The Jimmies held MSU without a field goal over the final 5:53, outscored the Beavers 10-1 over the final 2:42, and forced 7 straight turnovers en route to a 70-67 win. The Beavers led 66-60 with 3:11 to go, but could only score one more point as the Jimmies dug in deep on defense and turned the momentum. The Jimmies had great balance again. Ali Edwards (pictured) scored the 7 of the final 8 points of the game. Edwards hit 2 free throws, a long three pointer to tie the game, and then a driving lay-up to give the Jimmies the lead for good. Ali then sealed the win with a steal with under 10 second left.


The game featured 18 lead changes and 11 ties, including 11 changes in the second half alone. JC switched defenses all night and forced Minot State into 20 turnovers. The Jimmies had a season low of 7 turnovers. Ali Edwards led the Jimmies with 22 points, followed by Mara Paulson and Allison Epping, each with 11. Kellie Schuneman (pictured) and Heidi Fiechtner each chipped in 8.


JC plays Dickinson State on Sunday afternoon for the conference lead.

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