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Alma Takes First Win of Season 64-60 Against Concordia

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OLIVET, Mich. – The Alma College women's basketball team grabbed its first win of the season Sunday (Nov. 28), defeating Concordia 64-60 to finish third in the Olivet Classic after falling to Northwood University yesterday, 68-60. The Scots move to an even 1-1 on the season with the victory.

Freshman forward Erica Philp (Ubly/Ubly) led the way for the Scots, recording the team's first individual double-double of the season with 15 points and 17 rebounds, including 10 defensive boards. Senior Michelle Dettling (Chelsea/Chelsea) added 18 points and five rebounds in the effort.

Down to Concordia 34-22 at the half, the Scots came back with a renewed sense of defense in the second half, scoring 42 points and holding Concordia to just 26 points. The Scots went just 2-for-12 from three-point range in the first half but shot 44 percent in the second half, going four-for-nine from beyond the arc.

The Scots continue their road swing as they travel to Grand Rapids tomorrow to face Davenport University at 7 p.m., before opening the home season Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m., in a rematch of today's game against Concordia.

Posted: Sun, November 28th, 2004 at 5:27PM

 

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Charlie Goffnett

Charlie Goffnett

One of the top Division III coaches in the nation, Charlie Goffnett has built the Alma women's basketball program into a national powerhouse. With three MIAA titles, five NCAA Tournament berths and one national championship under his belt, Goffnett is one of the most accomplished coaches in the nation.

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