The Northwest Missouri State women’s basketball team led William Jewell late in the second half Sunday at the Winstead-Reeves Classic, but fell 84-82.

Ariel Easton put on a shooting display in the first half for Northwest going 9 for 14 from the floor and 3 for 4 from the free throw line for 25 points.

It was a back and forth battle in the first half as the lead changed hands 15 times with Northwest going into the half up by one, 41-40.

The Bearcats pulled away from the Cardinals with 7:19 to play as they held a 10 point lead.

William Jewell was able to battle back and tie the game up 82-82 with :34 left on the clock. Jewell grabbed the lead with a layup with under 10 seconds to play and the Bearcats could not answer back as they fell 84-82.

Easton finished the game with 29 points and was named to the Winstead-Reeves Classic All-Tournament team. Ashleigh Nelson also finished in double digits in points with 16 while adding four rebounds and three assists.

Shelby Mustain made her presence felt as she posted a double-double off the bench for the Bearcats, scoring 14 points and pulling down 11 rebounds.

Northwest moves to 0-3 on the season and will host Kansas Wesleyan Friday in Bearcat Arena for their next contest. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 p.m.

— Northwest Sports Information —