El Cajon, CA - The Arizona Christian University women's basketball team (4-2, 1-1 GSAC) bounced back from their GSAC opening loss to Hope International as they took down San Diego Christian (3-4, 1-1 GSAC) 75-46 on Saturday afternoon in El Cajon, CA.

Thought's From Coach:

After the game Head Coach Rusty Rogers stated, "We just can't seem to get off to very good starts in games, but it was nice to see thing come together in the second half. We hit a prolonged dry spell offensively in the first half, but we persevered with solid defense and then really got things going in an electric third quarter. Our schedule doesn't get any easier, so playing with greater consistency is the only way we will be able to compete these next two weeks.

Game Details:

The Firestorm got off to a slow start as they trailed 16-15 at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter continued to be tight as the teams traded baskets. Then with the score tied 20-20 midway through the second the Firestorm went on an 11-0 run powered by three pointers from Alyssa Alvarez, Sophia Martinez and Graciela Roybal to take a 31-20 lead. The Firestorm then held off a late run by the Hawks as they took a 33-27 lead at halftime. The Firestorm then exploded for 24 points in the third quarter as they took a commanding 57-37 lead. For the first time this season the Firestorm did a good job of limiting turnovers as they took full control in the fourth quarter going on to win 75-46.

Inside the Box Score:

Alyssa Alvarez: 19 points, seven rebounds

Sophia Martinez: 10 points, three assists

Kaycee Brown: eight points, five rebounds

Graciela Roybal: 9 points, three assists

Next Game:

The Firestorm head home to take on Benedictine Mesa on November 23 at 6:00 PM Arizona time in the ACU Events Center.