It’s safe to say that the Missouri Southern women have Missouri Western’s number.  The Griffons fell for the sixth straight time to the Lions, 78-76 Saturday night at the Leggett & Platt Athletic Center in Joplin.

The Griffons forced 25 turnovers and were +8 in the turnover margin, but were snuffed out by 50% Southern shooting.    The Griffons shot 36.1% from the floor.

MWSU was led in scoring by Heather Howard, who had 14 points (5-14 FG) and eight rebounds.  Transfer Denise White, playing in her second game as a Griffon, added 11 points.

Missouri Western falls to 9-3 overall and 2-2 in the MIAA.  Missouri Southern improves to 8-3 and 2-1 in conference play.  The Griffons have not defeated the Lions since December 30th, 2009.

The Griffons return to action Wednesday, January 9th, when they travel to MIAA newcomer Nebraska-Kearney.  Tip time is set for 5:30 p.m.

— MWSU Sports Information —