The Northwest Missouri State University women’s basketball team fell to Washburn 84-54, on Saturday afternoon at Lee Arena in Topeka, Kan.

The Bearcats are now 3-20 overall on the year and 2-13 in MIAA play. The Ichabods improve to 16-8 overall and 8-7 in conference action.

Kylie Coleman set a career-high with 16 points, knocking down three three-pointers while also recording a steal and a blocked shot.

Key Northwest Statistics
– Northwest outscored Washburn, 39-33, in the second half. The Ichabods held a 51-15 lead at halftime.

– The Bearcats were 9-for-13 from the charity stripe and blocked five shots in total.

– Tanya Meyer scored 11 points with five rebounds, two blocks, a steal and an assist. It was her 65th career game in double-figures and the 18th time this season.

– Mallory McAndrews hit three three-pointers and finished with nine points, a steal and an assist.

– Kaylani Maiava and Mallory McConkey each tied Meyer for the team-high with five rebounds.

– McConkey recorded two blocked shots and also had two assists.

– Macy Williams added a pair of assists.

Up Next
– Northwest will host Pittsburg State on Thursday, Feb. 15, for the team’s annual Pink Zone game. Tip off is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. in Bearcat Arena.

— Northwest Athletics —