Grand Canyon women’s basketball faced a tough loss against Colorado State, ending their three-game win streak. They lost 67-50, marking their lowest score in over a month.
Freshman Ines Zounia led the team with 13 points, showing off her shooting skills with a perfect three-pointer record. Over her last three games, Zounia has racked up 41 points, proving herself as a key player.
In this matchup, both teams are among the top four in the Mountain West. GCU (6-13, 5-4 MW) started strong but fell behind after the first quarter, trailing Colorado State (16-4, 7-2 MW) 17-13. Ines contributed heavily, scoring eight points early on.
The game took a turn in the second quarter as Colorado State outscored GCU 19-9. The Lopes struggled shooting, finishing the game at just 30.2% from the field. They managed an 18% shooting in the third quarter, trailing 54-32 by the end.
In the fourth quarter, GCU fought back with an 8-0 run but couldn’t close the gap. Both teams were about equal in free throw percentage, with each hitting 61%.
Sophomore Chloe Mann impressed with six assists, marking her third game with at least that many in the last four outings. Senior Karley Johnson set a career high with 12 rebounds, and Anisa Jeffries added 10 points.
As they return home, the Lopes are set to host Boise State on Saturday at 1 p.m. This game also features a special Girl Scout Cookie event, offering a fun twist for fans.
For insights, expert sports analysts often emphasize the importance of balance in team performance, especially in high-stakes matches like this. Recent NBA statistics show that teams shooting under 30% from the field rarely win games, underscoring the challenge GCU faced. Fan reactions on social media highlight the resilience of younger players like Zounia, who are quickly becoming fan favorites.
The Lopes are eager for redemption. They hope to leverage the home-court advantage and improve their offense against Boise State.
For more details on the team’s schedule and stats, visit the Mountain West website.
