Silver City, NM– A minute and a half into the contest, Arizona Christian took the lead for good against NCAA Division II Western New Mexico in their 68-51 win on Friday evening.  Seniors Courtney Christmas and Makayla Enders both scored a game high 19 points.

Game Info

• Game score: Arizona Christian - 68, Western New Mexico - 51
• Records: Arizona Christian - 8-4, Western New Mexico – 3-4
• NAIA Top 25 Rank: Arizona Christian - 21, Western New Mexico – not ranked
• Location: Drag's Court, Western New Mexico University, Silver City, NM

ACU Stats for the Day

• Courtney Christmas – 19 points, 9 rebounds, 5 steals, 4 blocks
• Makayla Enders – 19 points, 6 rebounds
• Jac Moody – 12 points, 6 rebounds

Inside the Box Score

• The Mustangs scored first followed by three lead changes
• Enders knocked down a jumper with 8:25 left in the first quarter to grab the lead for good
• Firestorm held the Mustangs to nine points in the second quarter
• Moody went 5-5 from the floor and 2-3 from the free throw line

Thoughts from Coach Berry

"Congratulations to the Firestorm women for a well-played game against a good NCAA DII team.  It was a team win, everyone played and everyone contributed.  It was a pretty solid effort at both ends of the court.  The thing that stands out to me the most is how we won the battle of the boards by 14 against a team that usually dominates their opponents on the glass.  It was another positive step forward as we continue to grow.  Roll Storm!"

Up Next

On Wednesday, the Firestorm will host Grace College at 4:00 pm.