Portland, Ore. | The Lady Knights headed down to Eugene, Oregon to face the Bushnell Beacons for the first time this season. Despite an impressive run during the first three quarters, the Knights just weren't able to overcome the large deficit as they fall 65-93 to the Beacons.
 
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The Rundown
 
The story of this contest is the 1^st quarter. The Beacons came out of the tip firing on all cylinders. Early, and often. Bushnell was leading the Knights 6-33 at the end of the first quarter, scoring 11 of their 33 points off of Knights' turnovers.
 
However, despite the gap, the Knights did not allow that first 10 minutes to set the tone for the remaining of the regulation. The Knights rallied in the second quarter, as each squad both put up 22 points in the second quarter.
 
As Gabriella Bruno remained aggressive on the offensive end throughout the contest, the Knights were looking for a spark to initiate a run. Kylie Guelsdorf was that spark, as she logged 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 steals off of the bench for the Knights.
 
Even though the Knights fought hard in the 3^rd and 4^th quarter, they were unable to make up for the deficit they found themselves in the first quarter of play. It is tough to make a comeback when a team is shooting as efficient throughout the game, as Bushnell did. The Beacons shot 57.7% (15-26) from behind the arc, 83.33% (5-6) in the first quarter alone.
 
Deeper Look
 
Gabriella Bruno led the Knights with 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals
Courtney Jackson contributed 11 points and 4 rebounds
Anna Farner finished with 4 points and snatched 7 rebounds
 
Flash Forward
 
The Lady Knights will wrap up their trip to Eugene tomorrow as they face Bushnell University once more. Tip-off is at 1pm.