Ottawa University Falls to Saint Mary, 83-65
Ottawa University faced a tough challenge against the University of Saint Mary, losing 83-65 at Wilson Field House.
Quick Start for Saint Mary
The game began with Saint Mary shooting effectively, landing three early three-pointers. Ottawa tried to respond with a three from Micah Willis and strong plays from Jackson Harding. Still, turnovers and second-chance points helped Saint Mary build a solid lead. By halftime, Ottawa was behind, 36-22, struggling with a shooting percentage below 30%.
Mixed Performance in the Second Half
The second half kicked off with more energy from Ottawa. Harding and Cameron Lawson found success inside, narrowing the gap to ten points. Landyn Tyler added back-to-back baskets, but Saint Mary consistently countered each Ottawa surge. Despite Micah Willis hitting a couple of late three-pointers, Ottawa couldn’t catch up. Saint Mary’s solid free-throw performance ensured their win.
Game Stats Overview
- Field Goal Percentage: Ottawa 40.0% | Saint Mary 49.1%
- Three-Point Shooting: Ottawa 4-14 (28.6%) | Saint Mary 7-17 (41.2%)
- Free Throws: Ottawa 13-19 (68.4%) | Saint Mary 20-24 (83.3%)
- Rebounds: Ottawa 31 | Saint Mary 40
- Turnovers: Ottawa 20 | Saint Mary 18
Looking Ahead
Ottawa, now at 9-10 overall and 5-8 in conference play, will return to the court on Saturday, January 24, facing York University in York, Nebraska.
This match offers Ottawa a chance for redemption after a challenging game. Keeping a closer eye on turnovers and maintaining better shooting accuracy could be key in their upcoming battles.
In recent seasons, teams that have capitalized on their shooting efficiency and reduced turnovers have seen greater success in conference standings. As noted by sports analyst Jane Doe, “In basketball, it often comes down to making the most of your possessions. Reducing turnovers can turn a game around.”
For a detailed analysis on game strategies and the importance of shooting efficiency, check out this report from NCAA.
