Creighton Women’s Basketball will face off against former Bluejay Tanya Warren and the Northern Iowa Panthers on Saturday, December 7th in Cedar Falls. Creighton leads the series with Northern Iowa 42-20, with both teams having had their fair share of wins and losses over the years. Northern Iowa is coming off a strong non-conference season with significant wins, while Creighton has been on a five-game win streak.
Northern Iowa’s Maya McDermott and Kayba Laube lead the offense, while Creighton’s Lauren Jensen and Morgan Maly have been instrumental in guiding their team. The matchup will also see a reunion between Creighton’s head coach Jim Flanery and Northern Iowa’s Tanya Warren, who previously coached together.
Creighton has been successful in games with 20 or more assists, with their recent game against Xavier marking their 22nd consecutive win in such situations. The Bluejays also have an impressive record of 90-6 in games shooting 50% or higher under head coach Jim Flanery. Additionally, Creighton’s defense has been stifling, holding opponents to under 60 points in their last three games.
The game against Northern Iowa will be a test for both teams as they look to continue their success this season. Creighton will aim to maintain their winning streak and strong defensive play, while Northern Iowa will seek to build on their significant wins earlier in the season. With both teams showcasing strong offensive and defensive capabilities, the matchup promises to be an exciting and competitive game for fans to watch.
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