MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -- The North Central University (NCU) finished their weekend play with a nonconference matchup against Finlandia University (FU). The Rams were steady and poised throughout the waves of the Lions and advanced to 8-0 with the 102-74 win.

Game Recap

NCU got off to a great start with a 7-0 run with points from Aubrey Robinson (Colorado Springs, CO, Sierra High School) and an and-1 basket from Joelle Talso (Ramsey, MN, Spring Lake Park High School). The Lions quickly regrouped to get within one point of the Rams. But NCU's offense too flowed nicely which either resulted in points or a foul on FU. The Lions sent the Rams to the line a multitude of times in which the NCU shooters were able to capitalize off of, shooting over 80% from the free throw line. The Rams continued to push the ball in transition eventually earning a 21 point lead in the second quarter. FU managed to slip in a run, getting within eight at halftime.

The teams traded baskets coming into the third quarter, but not for long. The Ram's defense held strong against anything the Lion's had to throw at them. And on the other end of the court, Kadija Conteh (London, UK, City of London Academy) started to find holes in FU's defense as she sped her way to the rim. Otherwise, Robinson knocked down shot after shot as she shot 6-8 from downtown, scoring 33 points. As a whole, NCU shot 53% from three and an impressive 83% in the fourth quarter. The Rams did not waver for a second as they stretched the led to 36 in the fourth, proving to be too much for the Lions.

The Rams continue their historic season moving to 8-0. This is also their fourth 100 point game of the game as they average 89 points a game. As conference play begins next week, any Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC) the Rams seemed to be clicking on all cylinders offensively. 

Key Performers

• A big night for Aubrey Robinson as she swished six three pointers, scoring 33 points in total. She also had nine rebounds, three steals, and two blocks.
• Kadija Conteh brought the heat in the second half especially, adding 18 points, eight rebounds, and five assists.
• Joelle Talso went perfect from the free throw line and had 11 points and four assists.

Looking Ahead

The Rams start conference play this Friday as they travel to UMAC opponent, the University of Minnesota Morris, for a 5:30 pm start time. All fans are welcomed to follow official Rams Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter pages for updates on the women's basketball team and more important information.