Saints take down Judson University
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Holy Cross
10-6, 4-4
|
20 | 14 | 27 | 24 | 85 |
|
Judson (IL)
4-12, 1-7
|
11 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 51 |
Judson (IL)
| Game Statistics | Holy Cross | Judson (IL) |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (33-71) | (18-55) |
| Field Goal % | 46.5% | 32.7% |
| Rebounds | 40 | 32 |
| Assists | 19 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 26 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 37 | 4 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 10 | 1 |
| Pts in the Paint | 38 | 26 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 0 |
| Bench Pts | 30 | 26 |
First Quarter
The Saints came out strong in their first quarter against Judson University, establishing a 20-11 lead. Grace Adams (Elkhart, IN / Penn HS) set the tone early, dominating the paint with 8 points, including a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line, while grabbing 5 rebounds. Kayliana Hammel (New Haven, IN / Bishop Dwenger HS) contributed with a clutch three-pointer and showcased her defensive prowess with 2 steals. La'Bria Austin (Buchanan, MI / Buchanan HS) brought energy off the bench, adding 4 points on efficient shooting. Despite a few turnovers, the Saints' balanced attack and aggressive defense kept Judson on their heels, securing an early double-digit advantage.
Second Quarter
In the second quarter, the Saints extended their lead against Judson University, adding 14 points to head into halftime. Allie Caldwell (Zionsville, IN / Zionzville HS) provided a spark with 6 points, including two three-pointers, while Jordyn Smith (Granger, IN / Penn HS) contributed 4 points, going a perfect 2-for-2 from the free-throw line. Grace Adams continued to impact the game, adding 2 points, 1 rebound, and 2 assists. Despite a dip in shooting efficiency, the Saints maintained their defensive intensity, with 5 steals in the quarter and solid rebounding efforts from Brooke Lindesmith (Crown Point, IN / Crown Point HS) and La'Bria Austin. Their collective effort kept Judson at bay and solidified the Saints' advantage heading into the break. The Saints would enter halftime up 34-26
Third Quarter
The Saints had a dominant third quarter, scoring 27 points to extend their lead against Judson University. Grace Adams was unstoppable, contributing 12 points on 5-for-6 shooting, including a perfect 2-for-2 from the free-throw line. Kayliana Hammel added 4 points and 2 rebounds, while Brooke Lindesmith and La'Bria Austin each hit clutch three-pointers to keep the momentum going. The Saints displayed excellent ball movement, tallying 6 assists, with Lilly Toppen and Adams each dishing out 2. Their defensive energy remained high, forcing 6 steals and holding Judson to limited scoring opportunities. This strong quarter positioned the Saints firmly in control heading into the final period.
Fourth Quarter
In the fourth quarter, the Saints maintained their dominance, closing out an impressive 85-51 victory over Judson University. Holy Cross's defense remained strong, holding Judson to minimal scoring opportunities while forcing key turnovers. The Saints continued to capitalize on their offensive opportunities, with consistent contributions from both starters and reserves. This well-rounded team effort sealed a win, showcasing the Saints' depth, teamwork, and determination to finish strong.
GAME DETAILS
Score: Holy Cross defeated Judson University 101-88
Records: Holy Cross (10-6) | Judson (8-7)
Location: Judson University (IL)
SCORING SUMMARY
Grace Adams– 28 points, 11-15 FGM
La'Bria Austin – 15 points, 6-12 FGM
Allie Caldwell – 9 points, 3-7 3PM
INSIDE THE BOXSCORE
The Saints had 42 points from the paint
Holy Cross won the rebound battle 40-32
The Saints had a total of 15 steals
NEXT TIME OUT
The Saints will continue games when they take on Governors State on Wednesday, Janurary 15, tipoff set for 6:30pm.