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Emma Troxell, sophomore forward from Bushland, shoots a 3-pointer. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Gallery: Women’s basketball falls to California Baptist in close 87-84 battle

January 31, 2025 by Daniel Curd

The Wildcats faced off against the California Baptist University Lancers at Moody Coliseum on Thursday, falling in a close 87-84 matchup. Erin Woodson led ACU with a career-high 23 points, hitting six three-pointers to help keep the Wildcats within reach throughout the game. Bella Earle contributed 18 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists, while Emma Troxell added 16 points and six rebounds. ACU erased multiple deficits, including a 12-point gap in the second quarter, but CBU’s 15 made three-pointers and key free throws in the final moments secured the win. The Wildcats, now 13-9 overall and 2-5 in WAC play, will return to Moody Coliseum next Thursday for a 6 p.m. game against Utah Tech.

Meredith Mayes, sophomore center from Bixby, Oklahoma, attempts a layup. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Bella Earle, senior guard from Corinth, and Emma Troxell, sophomore forward from Bushland, defend against CBU’s Anaiyah Tu’ua. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Meredith Mayes, sophomore center from Bixby, Oklahoma, dribbles the ball around her defender. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Breanna Davis, junior guard from Red Oak, dribbles the ball past CBU’s defense. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Meredith Mayes, sophomore center from Bixby, Oklahoma, attempts to make a layup. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Zoe Jackson, senior guard from McKinney, dribbles the ball down the court. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Emma Troxell, sophomore forward from Bushland, shoots a 3-pointer. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
The team gathers together during a timeout to discuss strategy. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Emma Troxell, sophomore forward from Bushland, looks for an opening to pass the ball. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Players try to gain possession of the ball after a failed shot. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Zoe Jackson, senior guard from McKinney, dribbles the ball while looking for an opening. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Erin Woodson, sophomore guard from Richmond, Virginia, looks to pass the ball through CBU’s defense. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Filed Under: Multimedia, Photo Galleries Tagged With: ACU women's basketball, California Baptist, California Baptist University, cbu, CBU Basketball, CBU WBB, CBU Women's Basketball, WBB, Women's Basketball

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About Daniel Curd

Daniel is a photographer from Denver, Colorado. He is an Advertising/Public Relations major hoping to go into media creation. When not taking photos, he can be found in the library studying with friends, listening to music, or watching one of his favorite movies. For any additional photos captured by him, visit: DanielCurd.com

You are here: Home / Multimedia / Photo Galleries / Gallery: Women’s basketball falls to California Baptist in close 87-84 battle

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  • Gallery: Baseball suffers defeat against Incarnate Word 9-8

  • Gallery: Students celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at CAB event

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