Glendale, AZ. - The Arizona Christian University women's basketball team (2-1) won it's second game of the year as they stormed past Park-Gilbert (1-1) 99-81 on Thursday evening at home in the ACU Events Center.

Thoughts from Coach:

After the game, Head Coach Rusty Rogers said, "We were very fortunate to win tonight—we played one of our worst defensive games since I've been here, had serious foul trouble and committed 30 turnovers. On the good side, our depth really was the difference in the game, along with a tremendous shooting effort. This game will help us in the long run, so we are very grateful to come out on top against a very formidable, hard-working opponent!"

Game Details:

Park-Gilbert jumped out to an early lead as they led 12-11 with about three minutes left in the first quarter. The Firestorm responded quickly as they went on a 6-0 run to take the lead which they held onto as they ended the first quarter up 23-18. The Firestorm started off strong in the second as they built up their lead, but the Buccaneers came storming back thanks to turnover problems as they retook the lead at 39-34. After a quick timeout the Firestorm responded with an 11-4 run to take a 45-42 lead at halftime. The third quarter was back and forth between both teams before the Firestorm started lighting it up from three-point range to pull away and take a 79-68 lead at the end of the third. Roybal, Alvarez and Martinez continued their hot three-point shooting in the final quarter as the Firestorm ran away with a 99-81 victory.

Inside the Box Score:

Alyssa Alvarez: 22 points, two assists

Graciela Roybal: 21 points, three assists

Sophia Martinez: 18 points, three assists

Kaycee Brown: eight rebounds, three steals

Next Game:

The Firestorm head to Tucson to take on the University of Arizona in an exhibition game tomorrow November 5 at 6:30 pm.