Late Surge by Northwestern Ohio Hands Wolverines 71–60 Road Loss
UM-Dearborn kept pace through the opening half but was unable to counter a strong second-half push from Northwestern Ohio, falling 71–60 on Saturday afternoon as the Racers pulled away over the final two quarters.
LIMA, Ohio – The University of Michigan-Dearborn women's basketball stayed competitive through the opening half but could not overcome a decisive second-half surge by Northwestern Ohio, falling 71–60 on Saturday afternoon.
The Wolverines led after the first quarter, opening the game with a 19–15 advantage behind efficient early shooting. Northwestern Ohio responded in the second period, edging ahead 17–13 in the quarter to take a slim 32–32 tie into halftime.
Northwestern Ohio seized control coming out of the break, outscoring Michigan-Dearborn 19–11 in the third quarter to build momentum and create separation on the scoreboard. The Racers continued to press in the fourth, adding a 20–17 advantage in the final period to secure the 11-point victory.
UM-Dearborn finished the game shooting 47.1 percent in the opening quarter but struggled to maintain that efficiency as the game progressed. Bailey Stimac paced the Wolverines early with seven first-quarter points, while Alicia Ortiz provided a spark off the bench with six points, including a pair of three-pointers.
Despite solid ball movement early, the Wolverines were limited offensively in the second half and couldn't mount a late rally on the road. UM-Dearborn will look to regroup as it continues conference play next week.
