Nazareth Tops Elmira 46–31

ROCHESTER, NY – Nazareth Women’s Basketball (10-4, 4-1) picked up an Empire 8 victory against Elmira College (7-7, 2-3), Friday night inside Kidera Gymnasium. 
 

HOW IT HAPPENED 

• Nazareth and Elmira traded baskets early in the game, with neither team able to create separations through the opening quarter. The game was tied 10-10 after the first 10 minutes. 
• Both offenses struggled to find rhythm in the second quarter, but Nazareth’s defensive pressure limited Elmira to just six points, allowing the Golden Flyers to take a 15-16 edge into halftime. 
• Nazareth took control going into the third quarter. The Golden Flyers shot efficiently from the floor and outscored Elmira 19-10. 
• Elmira attempted to rally in the fourth quarter, but Nazareth was able to prevent that from happening, closing out a 46-31 victory at the Kidera Gym. 
• The match featured eight lead changes and five ties before Nazareth pulled away in the second half. 

GAME NOTES

• Senior Katie MacLachlan led all scorers with 14 points, shooting 6-for-11 from the floor while adding five rebounds and three assists. 
• Senior Kiara Anglin recorded a strong all-around performance with 12 points and a game-high 10 rebounds, securing a double-double to go along with three steals. 
• Senior Molly Benetti finished with 11 points, seven rebounds, and three assists, contributing on both ends of the floor. 
• Nazareth held a 50-36 rebounding advantage, including 18 offensive boards that resulted in 12 second-chance points. 
• The Golden Flyers limited Elmira to 21.2% shooting from the floor and forced 18 turnovers in the win. 
   

UP NEXT 

Nazareth continues action Saturday, Jan. 17, with an Empire 8 home match-up against Keuka College at 2:00 p.m.

Nazareth Rolls Past Keuka 70-51

ROCHESTER, NY – Nazareth Women’s Basketball (11-4, 5-1) earned its second conference win on the weekend with a 70-51 victory over Keuka College (6-8, 1-5), on Saturday afternoon inside Kidera Gymnasium. 

HOW IT HAPPENED 

• Nazareth wasted no time taking control, opening the game with an efficient first quarter that set the tone early. 
• The Golden Flyers shot 60 percent from the floor and knocked down three triples in the opening 10 minutes, building a commanding 24-8 advantage.  
• Keuka settled in during the second quarter, but Nazareth maintained its momentum with balanced scoring and strong defensive pressure, heading into halftime with a 39-19 lead. 
• The Wolves showed resilience coming out of the break, outscoring Nazareth in the third quarter as both teams traded baskets. 
• Despite the push, the Golden Flyers’ early cushion supported them as they continued to control and limit second-chance opportunities. 
• Nazareth closed the door in the fourth quarter, responding to every Keuka run with timely scoring and aggressive play in transition. 
• The Golden Flyers poured in 21 points in the final period and cruised to a 70-51 victory at the Kidera Gym. 

GAME NOTES

• Junior Madalyn Kelly led Nazareth with 16 points, shooting 6-for-13 from the field and knocking down four 3-pointers 
• Senior Katie MacLachlan added 12 points on 5-of-10 shooting, along with three assists 
• Senior Kiara Anglin recorded a double-double with 11 points and a game-high 12 rebounds, adding three assists, two steals, and two blocks. 
• Nazareth finished with four players scoring in double figures.
• The Golden Flyers held a 42-35 rebounding advantage and matched Keuka with 12 second-chance points.
• Nazareth shot 39.1% from the field and forced 15 points off turnovers in the win. 

UP NEXT 

Nazareth continues action Friday, Jan. 23, with an Empire 8 match-up against Keuka College at 5:30 p.m.