Illinois
Beavers turn back Illinois to stay perfect on the season
The Oregon State women’s basketball team put on a late burst to beat Illinois 64-59 at Gill Coliseum on Friday night.
Oregon State took a one-bucket lead into the fourth quarter, but Kennedie Shuler out of Barlow High converted a layup to spark a late six-point surge that put the game out of reach. Teammate Tiara Bolden added a 3-pointer, and the Beavers held a 62-54 lead with less than a minute to play.
Oregon State’s defense made the difference, holding Illinois to 20-of-59 (33.9%) shooting and forcing 11 turnovers.
Bolden finished with a game-high 25 points, while Shuler added eight points and five assists. The Beavers shot 25-for-48 (52.1%) as a team.
Oregon State (3-0) is back in action at home at 11 a.m. Tuesday against Utah State.