Monmouth, Ore. – The Cal Poly Humboldt women's basketball team closed out the 2024 season with a hard-fought 62-52 loss to Western Oregon on Saturday afternoon at the Physical Education Building. The Lumberjacks finished the year with a 3-7 overall record, including 2-2 in California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) play, while the Wolves improved to 5-5 overall and 1-1 in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC).
Humboldt showcased resilience throughout the game, but a strong fourth-quarter performance from Western Oregon proved decisive. Despite trailing by just two points heading into the final period, the Wolves outscored the Lumberjacks 22-14 to seal the victory.
Key Performers
- Riley Sanz led the Lumberjacks in scoring with 13 points, going 7-for-9 from the free-throw line and adding five rebounds.
- Dylan Lovett and Kyori Lloyd each contributed nine points, with Lloyd grabbing six boards and hitting two three-pointers.
- Kaiija Lesane led all players with nine rebounds
For Western Oregon, Bella Pedrojetti and Enid Vaifanua each scored 14 points to pace the Wolves, while Natalie Brown recorded a double-double with nine points and 12 rebounds.
Game Summary
The Lumberjacks struggled offensively in the opening quarter, shooting just 17.6% from the field. However, a strong second-quarter effort brought the team within five points at halftime, trailing 26-21. Humboldt found its rhythm in the third quarter, shooting 46.1% and narrowing the deficit to just two points. Unfortunately, the Wolves capitalized on their opportunities in the fourth, connecting on 58.3% of their shots and converting seven free throws.
Despite the loss, Humboldt showed promise in several areas. The bench contributed 26 points, led by Sanz and Kendall Pickford (seven points), while the team tallied 13 points off turnovers. The Lumberjacks also held a slim 13-8 advantage in second-chance points.
Looking Ahead
The Lumberjacks will now turn their attention to conference play, focusing on development and preparation for the 2025 campaign. Humboldt will travel to Stanislaus State on January 2 for a 5:30 PM tip-off.
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