The Northwest Missouri State women’s basketball defeated Missouri Valley Wednesday night in Maryville, 71-58.

The Bearcats were led by junior Tember Schechinger as she had career-highs in points and rebounds with 28 and 13.  Northwest improves to 4-7 on the season

Ariel Easton added 17 points, three assists, one steal, and one block, while Taylor Shull led the team with four assists, while adding six points and two rebounds.

Northwest made 51.8 percent of their shots (29-for-56) and went 7-of-20 three-point attempts (35 percent).

The Bearcats outrebounded the Vikings 48-25 and they had 16 offensive rebounds.

Northwest Missouri State returns to MIAA play when they host Fort Hays State on Saturday. The contest with the Tigers is scheduled to begin at 1:30.