JACKSONVILLE, Ill.- The Illinois College Lady Blues hosted Lake Forest College in MWC action on Saturday. IC picked up the win with a final score of 81-78. This advances the team to 5-10 overall and 3-4 in the MWC.
Ashlyn Wightman was exceptional leading the team with 21 points and five rebounds. Other double-figure scorers included
Maya Smith with 18 points and
Maya Williams with 11 points.
The Lady Blues built a commanding lead outscoring the Foresters 26-10 in the first quarter. The Foresters were able to bounce back to cut the deficit to 43-35 at the end of the first half.
The game remained tight throughout the second half. Both teams stood tied 78-78 with 27 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. IC was able to clinch the win down the stretch at the free-throw line.
The Lady Blues will be back at home hosting Knox College on Tuesday, 1/17 at 5:30 PM.
