 | OVERALL RECORD:5-2 GPAC: 0-0 2008-2009 National Tournament Runner-up |
HASTINGS BOUNCES BACK WITH 79-69 WIN OVER JOHN BROWN UNIVERSITY
Nov. 14- The Hastings women's basketball team had to quickly forget about the previous day's loss and play John Brown University at 1:00 in the Ozarks Classic. The team rebounded well for a 10 point win. The Lady Broncos were able to take a 10 point lead into the half time break behind 52% shooting from the field and 60% shooting behind the arc. Hastings was able to hold on to the 10 point lead throughout the second half. Lindsay Ducey had another big game with 24 points including 7-7 from the free throw line and 8 rebounds. Becky Tesch was the second leading scored for the team with 12 and Kim Faimon and Rachel Isherwood were not far behind with 10 points a piece. The women now have some time off as they do not play again until next Saturday when they face #15 University of Sioux Falls for the GPAC opening game. It will be the 5th ranked team the Lady Broncos have faced thus far.
LADY BRONCOS LOSE A TOUGH GAME TO #7 COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS
Nov. 13- The Lady Broncos lost a tough game this evening to #7 College of the Ozarks 65-63 in the Ozarks Classic. The game was a tale of two halves. In the first half, the Lady Broncos shot 19% from the field and was only 1-10 from behind the three point line. Because of the poor shooting, Hastings went into half time down by 11. The second half saw a completely different Lady Bronco team. The team shot 59% from the field and 5-5 from 3 point land. Unfortunately, the second half surge was not enough. Hastings was able to cause 22 turnovers while only turning the ball over 14 times, but the slow start was too much to overcome. Lindsay Ducey lead th team with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Kim Faimon pitched in 14 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 steals. The Lady Broncos do not have much time to think about the loss because they turn around and play John Brown today at 1:00 in the Ozarks Classic.
LADY BRONCOS BEAT #19 SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE 91-54
Nov. 10- The Lady Broncos beat Southwestern tonight in a dominating fashion. Hastings never trailed and did not let up as the lead grew. At half time the lead was 24 points, and the Lady Broncos continued to add to the lead in the second half. The combination of Lindsay Ducey at the high post passing down to Alicia Statler at the low past was deadly as Statler ended with 16 points with 12 of the points coming in the first half. Ducey ended with 4 assists and 6 blocks on top of 13 total points. Becky Tesch ended the evening as the second leading scorer for the Lady Broncos with 15 points. Hastings defense was stiff again tonight allowing Southwestern to only shoot 28% from the field and causing 23 turnovers. The Lady Broncos have now won 4 in a row after a first game set back and look forward to a trip to Missouri this weekend when they participate in the Ozarks Classic.
HASTINGS BEATS DAKOTA STATE
Nov. 7- The women's basketball team beat Dakota State this morning 87 to 63 at the Morningside classic. The team continued their hot shooting in the first half as they shot 54% from the field and 61.5% from 3 point land. The hot shooting put the Lady Broncos up by 30 points at half. In the second half, the Lady Broncos cruised to the victory and a 24 point win. The team has now won 3 in a row. Heather McKeon had a very good day with 26 points on 8 of 13 shooting from the 3 point line. Lindsay Ducey also had a good game as she scored 19 points and had 6 rebounds. Defensively, Kim Faimon led the Lady Broncos with 6 steals. Theteam is back in action Tuesday when they play Southwestern College at home at 7:00.
LADY BRONCOS DEFEAT #3 DAVENPORT 74-72
Nov. 6- The Lady Broncos have bounced back from a first game loss to win the last 2 games; the latest win coming over #3 Davenport in the Morningside Classic. The game was tight the whole time as the score at half was 33-32. The Lady Broncos shot very well both from the 3 pt. line (4-5) and the free throw line (9-10) in the first half, but only shot 43.5% from the field. In the second half, the team shot much better from the field connecting on 60% of their shots but was only 3-8 behind the arc. The team defended well and kept Davenport to 26.7% shooting from 3 pt. land and 35.7% from the field. All-American Lindsay Ducey led the team with 20 points and 12 rebounds. Sophia McDermott chipped in 14 while Alicia Statler had 12 points. The Lady Broncos now will play Dakota State at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 7th.
HASTINGS VS DAVENPORT BROADCAST INFORMATION
Nov. 4- The #4 ranked Hastings College women's basketball team takes on the #3 ranked Davenport women's basketball team at the Morningside Classic Friday, November 6th at 3:00 pm. The game will be broadcast at the following link: http://secure.stretchinternet.com/demo/games.php?user=davenport&o=cal_stamp&sd=today
THE LADY BRONCOS LOOK TO BUILD OFF LAST YEARS NATIONAL TOURNAMENT RUNNER UP
The season is about the begin. The Lady Broncos are looking to build off last years successful run in the National Tournament. For more information, click here.
LADY BRONCOS SELECTED 3RD IN COACHES PRESEASON POLL
Here is the complete 2009-10 GPAC Women’s Basketball Preseason Coaches’ Poll:
Place School Points First Place Votes
1. Morningside 139 7
2. Northwestern 137 6
3. Hastings 118
4. Sioux Falls 101
5. Concordia 99
6. Mount Marty 89
7. Briar Cliff 76
8. Doane 70
9. Dordt 65
10. Dakota Wesleyan 43
11. Midland Lutheran 37
12. Dana 22
13. Nebraska Wesleyan 18
HC BRONCO NAMED FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Hastings College senior, Lindsay Ducey, Omaha, Neb., is named Journal Star State College Women’s Athlete of the Year for the second year in a row. Last year, the 6-foot-1 center missed the end of the season with a broken foot and still named first-team All-American and Female Athlete of the Year for her performance on the court. This year, Ducey rebounded from her injury to be named first-team All-American and Female Athlete of the Year for a second time.
Ducey helped guide the Lady Broncos to a runner-up finish in the NAIA National Tournament as she charted four double-doubles out of a possible five games. She was named first-team All-Conference this year for the second year in a row as well. Ducey finished the regular season averaging 17.7 points per game and 9.1 rebounds a game. She led the team in blocks with 23 while dishing out 81 assists and finished the year shooting 49 percent from the floor and 87 percent from the free-throw line. Hastings College ended the year at 27-8 and 12-6 in the conference.
LADY BRONCOS PLACE FOUR ON 2009 DIVISION II WOMEN'S BASKETBALL DAKTRONICS NAIA-SCHOLAR ATHLETE LIST
March 23---The Hastings College women's basketball team has placed four members on the 2009 Division II Women's Basketball Daktronics NAIA-Scholar Athlete List. The student-athletes must be nominated by their head coach, have achieved junior academic status and maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. The members representing the Lady Broncos are: senior Kay Broekemeier from Central City, Neb., senior Amber Kulus from Grand Island, Neb., senior Sarah Cambridge from Omaha, Neb. and junior Kim Faimon from Lawrence, Neb. All four of these ladies exemplified great efforts both on the floor and in the classroom. Hastings finished the season national runner-up and an overall record of 27-8 with a top 25 national ranking.
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March 23---The Hastings College women's basketball team has placed four members on the 2009 Division II Women's Basketball Daktronics NAIA-Scholar Athlete List. The student-athletes must be nominated by their head coach, have achieved junior academic status and maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. The members representing the Lady Broncos are: senior Kay Broekemeier from Central City, Neb., senior Amber Kulus from Grand Island, Neb., senior Sarah Cambridge from Omaha, Neb. and junior Kim Faimon from Lawrence, Neb. All four of these ladies exemplified great efforts both on the floor and in the classroom. Hastings finished the season national runner-up and an overall record of 27-8 with a top 25 national ranking.
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LINDSAY DUCEY AND KIM FAIMON NAMED TO THE ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM
March 18---Lindsay Ducey and Kim Faimon have been named to the NAIA Division II Women's Basketball All-Tournament team for their performances. Lindsay Ducey, a junior from Omaha, Neb. was named to the first team while Kim Faimon, a junior from Lawrence, Neb. was named to the second team. Ducey recorded four double-double's in five games for the Lady Broncos. Faimon grabbed 15 steals in the Lady Broncos five game while also scoring 12 points in the final against Morningside College. Faimon was also honored by being named with the National Tournament's Hustle Award for her relentlessness on the court.
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March 18---Lindsay Ducey and Kim Faimon have been named to the NAIA Division II Women's Basketball All-Tournament team for their performances. Lindsay Ducey, a junior from Omaha, Neb. was named to the first team while Kim Faimon, a junior from Lawrence, Neb. was named to the second team. Ducey recorded four double-double's in five games for the Lady Broncos. Faimon grabbed 15 steals in the Lady Broncos five game while also scoring 12 points in the final against Morningside College. Faimon was also honored by being named with the National Tournament's Hustle Award for her relentlessness on the court.
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(Photo courtesy of Gene Knudsen) | LINDSAY DUCEY NAMED 1ST TEAM ALL-AMERICA FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR March 18---Lindsay Ducey, a junior from Omaha, Neb. capped off another fantastic year by being named to the NAIA Division II Women's Basketball All-America First Team. This is the second time Ducey has been honored on the 1st team as she was a 1st team All-America selection in 2007-08. Lindsay is one of five GPAC players to be named to the 1st Team this year. Dani Gass from Morningside College was named the NAIA Player of the Year. Ducey helped guide the Lady Broncos to a Runner-up finish in the NAIA National Tournament as she charted four double-double's out of a possible five games. The one game she didn't record a double-double, she was one rebound short. Lindsay was named 1st team All-Conference this year as well for the second year in a row. The Great Plains Athletic Conference had five teams represented in the National Tournament with three of them making it to the Final Four. Ducey finished the regular season averaging 17.7 points per game and 9.1 rebounds a game. Lindsay led the team in blocks with 23 while dishing out 81 assists. She finished the year shooting 49% from the floor and 87% from the free-throw line. Hastings ended the year at 27-8 and 12-6 in the conference. |
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LADY BRONCOS ON LOSING END OF THRILLING NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
March 17---The Hastings College women's basketball team saw their dream run to the National title come to an end as Morningside College finished off their perfect season with a 68-63 win over Hastings College in the NAIA National Championship game. Hastings finishes the season with a 27-8 overall record while Morningside ends the 2008-09 campaign with a perfect 38-0 record. Hastings had an unbelievable run in the national tournament knocking off two #1 seeds including an overtime victory over then undefeated Shawnee State University. During their run to the national final, the Lady Broncos were also able to avenge a final four loss to College of the Ozarks a year ago as the Lady Broncos knocked off their second #1 seed.
Lindsay Ducey led the Lady Broncos with 18 points as she was 8 of 15 from the floor while grabbing a team high 10 rebounds. Senior Kay Broekemeier finishes her career the same way she started it, in the National Championship game. Broekemeier added 14 points for the Lady Broncos while also snagging 3 rebounds. Kim Faimon was the another Lady Bronco in double figures as she finished her great tournament play with 12 points and 6 steals. Heather McKeon finished the night with 10 points as she drained two 3-pointers. Amber Kulus and Sarah Cambridge join fellow senior Kay Broekemeier in their final game in a Hastings uniform. The three seniors made their second appearance in the national title game. Amber Kulus did add two points on the night while dishing out 3 assists.
Head Coach Jeff Dittman finishes his first season as coach of the Lady Broncos with a trip to the National Title game and an overall record of 27-8 and 12-6 in the Great Plains Athletic Conference.
HASTINGS/MORNINGSIDE COLLEGE GAME STATS
NAIA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
LADY BRONCOS ADVANCE TO NATIONAL TITLE GAME WITH 75-60 WIN OVER COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS
March 16---The Hastings College women's basketball team is one win away from being claimed the National Champion as they defeated College of the Ozarks 75-60 in the National semi-final Monday night in Sioux City, Iowa. The Lady Broncos avenged last year's loss in the Final Four to College of the Ozarks as Hastings will advance to the national final with the win. College of the Ozarks is the second #1 seed the Lady Broncos have knocked off as they defeated Shawnee State back in the second round. The 2009 National Final will be an all-GPAC final as Hastings will face #1 and undefeated Morningside College on Tuesday, March 17 at 7 p.m. in the Tyson Events Center. Morningside is currently 37-0 on the season.
Lindsay Ducey would lead the Lady Broncos to victory as she would record yet another double-double at the National Tournament. This time Ducey scored 23 points while grabbing 14 rebounds. She was 7 of 13 from the floor and a perfect 7 of 7 from the free-throw line. Kay Broekemeier would finish with 15 points and 4 assists while three Lady Broncos would each score 9 points. Becky Tesch, Rachel Isherwood and Kim Faimon would all register 9 points on the night.
Hastings would finish the first half on the nice run to open up an eleven point advantage. The Lady Broncos would hold on to their lead with great free-throw shooting down the stretch. Hastings was 45% from the floor and 50% from the 3-point line. The Lady Broncos are now 27-7 on the season and will take on GPAC opponent, Morningside College in the NAIA National Championship Game on Tuesday, March 17th. The game will tip off at 7 p.m. in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
HASTINGS/COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS GAME STATS
NAIA NATIONAL FINAL FOUR
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
March 16---The Hastings College women's basketball team will take on College of the Ozarks in the NAIA National Tournament Final Four on Monday, March 16 at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa. Tip off is set for 8 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS ADVANCE TO FINAL FOUR WITH 69-65 WIN OVER CONCORDIA
March 14---The Hastings College women's basketball team advanced to the NAIA Final Four after defeating Concordia Univ. (Neb.) 69-65 Saturday afternoon in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
The two teams would be locked at 28-28 going into the half before Hastings would open up a seven point lead midway through the second half. The Lady Broncos would be able to ice the game down the stretch as they went to the free-throw line 24 times in the second half.
Hastings was led by point guard Kim Faimon with 18 points. Lindsay Ducey would score 14 points and have a team high 9 rebounds. Heather McKeon would drain three 3-pointers on her way to 12 points on the day. Kay Broekemeier would also score in double figures as she would add 10 points and 4 assists.
The Lady Broncos are now 26-7 on the season and will face College of the Ozarks in the Final Four on Monday, March 16 with tip off set for 8 p.m. at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa. This will be the second meeting this year between the two teams as Hastings defeated College of the Ozarks 76-73 back on January 12, 2009 in Hastings, Neb.
HASTINGS/CONCORDIA GAME STATS
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LADY BRONCOS UPSET UNDEFEATED SHAWNEE STATE 77-69 IN OVERTIME
March 13---The Hastings College women's basketball team did something nobody has been able to do all season, beat Shawnee State University. The Lady Broncos upset #1 seed and #2 nationally ranked Shawnee State 77-69 in overtime to advance to the quarterfinals of the NAIA National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
Shawnee State entered the game with a perfect 31-0 record and were unable to continue their undefeated season as Hastings would win 77-69 in overtime. The Lady Broncos found themselves down by one point at halftime 31-30. Hastings would fire back in the second half to increase their lead to as many as five. The Lady Broncos would have a chance to win it in regulation as Kim Faimon's drive to the basket was denied as time expired. Hastings would ice the game down the stretch as they were 30-38 from the free-throw line. The Lady Broncos were 39% from the floor and 26% from 3-point range.
Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with her second consecutive double-double at the National Tournament as she finished with 30 points and 11 rebounds. Ducey was 7 of 12 from the floor and 16 of 18 from the free-throw line. Heather McKeon also tallied a double-double as she had 15 points and 11 rebounds. Rachel Isherwood was 5 of 7 from the floor and finished with 12 points while snagging 5 rebounds. Kim Faimon was also in double figures as she ended with 11 points, 4 assists and 6 rebounds. Kay Broekemeier dished out a team high 6 assists while grabbing 7 rebounds.
Hastings improves to 25-7 on the season and will face GPAC foe Concordia Univ. (Neb.) in the quarterfinals of the National Tournament on Saturday, March 14 in Sioux City, Iowa. The game is set to tip off at 1 p.m. in the Tyson Events Center.
HASTINGS/SHAWNEE STATE GAME STATS
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LADY BRONCOS KNOCK OUT COLLEGE OF IDAHO IN FIRST ROUND OF NAIA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT 76-64
March 11---The Hastings College women's basketball team took care of the College of Idaho 76-64 in the first round of the NAIA National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
After a two point lead at the half, Hastings offense exploded as they would out-score the Coyotes by ten points in the second half. The first half would see two lead changes by each team as the Lady Broncos would fight to a 38-36 advantage. Hastings would dominate the glass as they out-rebounded College of Idaho 51-36 including a 22-13 advantage on the offensive end.
Lindsay Ducey would lead the way for the Lady Broncos as she would have a team high 21 points and 18 rebounds. Ducey was 8 of 17 from the floor and snagged five steals. Kay Broekemeier would also score in double figures as she added 16 points, 7 steals and 4 assists for the Lady Broncos. Broekemeier would drain four 3-pointers for Hastings. Heather McKeon would chip in with 9 points while teammates Kim Faimon and Alicia Statler would add 7 points each. Hastings would ice the game down the stretch as they were 16 of 17 from the charity stripe.
College of Idaho ends their season with a overall record of 29-5 while the Lady Broncos improve to 24-7. Hastings will move on to the second round as they face number one seed and second ranked Shawnee State University on Friday, March 13 at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa. Shawnee State is currently 31-0 on the season. Tip off is set for 10:15 a.m.
HATSINGS/COLLEGE OF IDAHO GAME STATS
(NAIA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT 1ST ROUND)
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
March 9---The Hastings College women's basketball team will take on College of Idaho in the first round of the NAIA National Tournament on Wednesday, March 11 in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center. Tip off is set for 1:45 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS TO PLAY COLLEGE OF IDAHO IN FIRST ROUND OF NAIA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT
March 5---The Hastings College women's basketball team will play College of Idaho on Wednesday, March 11 in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center in the first round of the NAIA National Tournament. Game time is set for 1:45 p.m. Hastings, who was slated as the #5 seed in their eight team pod will play the #4 seed College of Idaho. College of Idaho is out of the Cascade Collegiate Conference and received an automatic bid by being runner-up in their conference. The Coyotes finished the season ranked #15 in the final NAIA national poll, three spots ahead of the Lady Broncos at #18. College of Idaho is currently 29-4 on the season and finished 18-2 in their conference. The Lady Broncos see a familiar face in their bracket as fellow GPAC school Concordia Univ. (Neb.) is the #3 seed in their bracket of eight. If the Lady Broncos were to advance to the second round they would play the winner of the Shawnee State and Florida Memorial game. Shawnee State is currently 30-0 on the season and ranked #2 nationally. College of Idaho is led by 2008-09 Cascade Conference Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year Christon Vander Esch. Vander Esch, averages 16.5 points per game and 9.2 rebounds per game. She was also named 1st team All-Conference. Joining Vander Esch on 1st team All-Conference was teammate Nicole Gall who averages 14.6 points per game. They were both also named to the conference's all-defensive team. The Lady Broncos will take on College of Idaho on Wednesday, March 11 at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa with tip off set for 1:45 p.m.
2009 NAIA Women's Basketball National Tournament Bracket
March 16---The Hastings College women's basketball team will take on College of the Ozarks in the NAIA National Tournament Final Four on Monday, March 16 at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa. Tip off is set for 8 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS ADVANCE TO FINAL FOUR WITH 69-65 WIN OVER CONCORDIA
March 14---The Hastings College women's basketball team advanced to the NAIA Final Four after defeating Concordia Univ. (Neb.) 69-65 Saturday afternoon in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
The two teams would be locked at 28-28 going into the half before Hastings would open up a seven point lead midway through the second half. The Lady Broncos would be able to ice the game down the stretch as they went to the free-throw line 24 times in the second half.
Hastings was led by point guard Kim Faimon with 18 points. Lindsay Ducey would score 14 points and have a team high 9 rebounds. Heather McKeon would drain three 3-pointers on her way to 12 points on the day. Kay Broekemeier would also score in double figures as she would add 10 points and 4 assists.
The Lady Broncos are now 26-7 on the season and will face College of the Ozarks in the Final Four on Monday, March 16 with tip off set for 8 p.m. at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa. This will be the second meeting this year between the two teams as Hastings defeated College of the Ozarks 76-73 back on January 12, 2009 in Hastings, Neb.
HASTINGS/CONCORDIA GAME STATS
(NAIA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT)
LADY BRONCOS UPSET UNDEFEATED SHAWNEE STATE 77-69 IN OVERTIME
March 13---The Hastings College women's basketball team did something nobody has been able to do all season, beat Shawnee State University. The Lady Broncos upset #1 seed and #2 nationally ranked Shawnee State 77-69 in overtime to advance to the quarterfinals of the NAIA National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
Shawnee State entered the game with a perfect 31-0 record and were unable to continue their undefeated season as Hastings would win 77-69 in overtime. The Lady Broncos found themselves down by one point at halftime 31-30. Hastings would fire back in the second half to increase their lead to as many as five. The Lady Broncos would have a chance to win it in regulation as Kim Faimon's drive to the basket was denied as time expired. Hastings would ice the game down the stretch as they were 30-38 from the free-throw line. The Lady Broncos were 39% from the floor and 26% from 3-point range.
Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with her second consecutive double-double at the National Tournament as she finished with 30 points and 11 rebounds. Ducey was 7 of 12 from the floor and 16 of 18 from the free-throw line. Heather McKeon also tallied a double-double as she had 15 points and 11 rebounds. Rachel Isherwood was 5 of 7 from the floor and finished with 12 points while snagging 5 rebounds. Kim Faimon was also in double figures as she ended with 11 points, 4 assists and 6 rebounds. Kay Broekemeier dished out a team high 6 assists while grabbing 7 rebounds.
Hastings improves to 25-7 on the season and will face GPAC foe Concordia Univ. (Neb.) in the quarterfinals of the National Tournament on Saturday, March 14 in Sioux City, Iowa. The game is set to tip off at 1 p.m. in the Tyson Events Center.
HASTINGS/SHAWNEE STATE GAME STATS
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LADY BRONCOS KNOCK OUT COLLEGE OF IDAHO IN FIRST ROUND OF NAIA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT 76-64
March 11---The Hastings College women's basketball team took care of the College of Idaho 76-64 in the first round of the NAIA National Tournament in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
After a two point lead at the half, Hastings offense exploded as they would out-score the Coyotes by ten points in the second half. The first half would see two lead changes by each team as the Lady Broncos would fight to a 38-36 advantage. Hastings would dominate the glass as they out-rebounded College of Idaho 51-36 including a 22-13 advantage on the offensive end.
Lindsay Ducey would lead the way for the Lady Broncos as she would have a team high 21 points and 18 rebounds. Ducey was 8 of 17 from the floor and snagged five steals. Kay Broekemeier would also score in double figures as she added 16 points, 7 steals and 4 assists for the Lady Broncos. Broekemeier would drain four 3-pointers for Hastings. Heather McKeon would chip in with 9 points while teammates Kim Faimon and Alicia Statler would add 7 points each. Hastings would ice the game down the stretch as they were 16 of 17 from the charity stripe.
College of Idaho ends their season with a overall record of 29-5 while the Lady Broncos improve to 24-7. Hastings will move on to the second round as they face number one seed and second ranked Shawnee State University on Friday, March 13 at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa. Shawnee State is currently 31-0 on the season. Tip off is set for 10:15 a.m.
HATSINGS/COLLEGE OF IDAHO GAME STATS
(NAIA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT 1ST ROUND)
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
March 9---The Hastings College women's basketball team will take on College of Idaho in the first round of the NAIA National Tournament on Wednesday, March 11 in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center. Tip off is set for 1:45 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS TO PLAY COLLEGE OF IDAHO IN FIRST ROUND OF NAIA NATIONAL TOURNAMENT
March 5---The Hastings College women's basketball team will play College of Idaho on Wednesday, March 11 in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center in the first round of the NAIA National Tournament. Game time is set for 1:45 p.m. Hastings, who was slated as the #5 seed in their eight team pod will play the #4 seed College of Idaho. College of Idaho is out of the Cascade Collegiate Conference and received an automatic bid by being runner-up in their conference. The Coyotes finished the season ranked #15 in the final NAIA national poll, three spots ahead of the Lady Broncos at #18. College of Idaho is currently 29-4 on the season and finished 18-2 in their conference. The Lady Broncos see a familiar face in their bracket as fellow GPAC school Concordia Univ. (Neb.) is the #3 seed in their bracket of eight. If the Lady Broncos were to advance to the second round they would play the winner of the Shawnee State and Florida Memorial game. Shawnee State is currently 30-0 on the season and ranked #2 nationally. College of Idaho is led by 2008-09 Cascade Conference Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year Christon Vander Esch. Vander Esch, averages 16.5 points per game and 9.2 rebounds per game. She was also named 1st team All-Conference. Joining Vander Esch on 1st team All-Conference was teammate Nicole Gall who averages 14.6 points per game. They were both also named to the conference's all-defensive team. The Lady Broncos will take on College of Idaho on Wednesday, March 11 at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City, Iowa with tip off set for 1:45 p.m.
2009 NAIA Women's Basketball National Tournament Bracket
LADY BRONCOS PUT FOUR ON GPAC ALL-CONFERENCE TEAMS
March 4---The Hastings College women's basketball team had four members placed on the GPAC All-Conference teams in a release sent out by the conference office. Hastings had one on 1st team, one on 2nd team and two placed on honorable-mention.
Representing the Lady Broncos on 1st team All-Conference was junior post player Lindsay Ducey. Ducey, from Omaha, Neb. led Hastings in both points and rebounds as she averaged 17.2 points per game while grabbing 8.5 rebounds per game. Lindsay was an impressive 86% from the free-throw line and 49% from the floor for the season. This marks the second year in a row Ducey was named to the 1st team and third year on the GPAC All-Conference teams as she was a 2nd team selection in her freshman year.
Senior guard Kay Broekemeier has been named 2nd team All-Conference for her efforts this season. Broekemeier, from Central City, Neb. averaged 10.2 points per game while shooting 39.5% from behind the arc. Kay is second on the team in assists with 96 as well as averaging 4.0 rebounds per game. This is the third year in a row Broekemeier has been honored on the GPAC All-Conference teams as she was a 2nd team selection back in 2006-07 and a 1st team selection in 2007-08.
Juniors Rachel Isherwood and Heather McKeon have been named GPAC All-Conference Honorable-Mention for the 2008-09 season. Isherwood, a junior guard from Lincoln, Neb. averaged 10.9 points per game and 3.9 rebounds per game. Isherwood was second on the team in steals with 55 on the season. Rachel was named Honorable-Mention All-Conference last season as well. Junior forward Heather McKeon averaged 11.1 points per game and led the Lady Broncos in 3-point percentage with 40% shooting from behind the arc. McKeon was second on the team in rebounding as she snagged 4.2 rebounds per game. Heather was named Honorable-Mention her freshman year as well.
Hastings is currently 23-7 on the season and finished with 12-6 conference record. The Lady Broncos are currently awaiting the NAIA National Tournament pairings to see if they will travel to Sioux City, Iowa compete at the National Tournament starting on Wednesday, March 11.
*Photos by Brooke Biggerstaff*
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
March 2---The Hastings College women's basketball team will await the NAIA National Tournament pairings to learn their fate in the postseason. The National Tournament will start on Wednesday, March 11 in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM FALLS TO MOUNT MARTY 70-65 IN GPAC TOURNAMENT QUARTERFINALS
Feb. 26---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell to Mount Marty College Thursday night in Yankton, S.D. by a score of 70-65 in the GPAC Tournament quarterfinals. Lindsay Ducey and Kim Faimon led Hastings as Ducey had a team high 20 points followed by Kim Faimon with 16 points. The Lady Broncos are now 23-7 on the season and will await the NAIA National Tournament pairings to come out to see if they will extend their season into March. The NAIA Women's Basketball National Tournament will be played in Sioux City, Iowa starting on Wednesday, March 11 at the Tyson Events Center.
HASTINGS/MOUNT MARTY GAME STATS
Quarterfinals of GPAC Tournament
LADY BRONCOS ROLL PAST DANA COLLEGE IN FIRST ROUND OF GPAC TOURNAMENT
Feb. 24---The Hastings College women's basketball team rolled past Dana College in the first round of the GPAC Tournament Tuesday night in Hastings, Neb. as they defeated the Vikings 90-57 in the Lynn Farrell Arena. Hastings was led by Kim Faimon with 21 points and a team high 6 assists. Faimon was one of five Lady Broncos in double figures. Also in double digits for Hastings was Lindsay Ducey with 15 points and 7 rebounds followed by Rachel Isherwood with 13 points and 2 steals. Kay Broekemeier finished the game with 11 points and 6 rebounds while Alicia Statler came off the bench to add 10 points, 4 rebounds and 3 steals. The Lady Bronco defense forced Dana into 27 turnovers as Kim Faimon led Hastings with 4 steals. Hastings is now 23-6 on the season and will travel to Yankton, S.D. to take on Mount Marty College on Thursday, February 26 in the GPAC Tournament Quarterfinals with tip off set for 7:30 p.m.
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1st Round of GPAC Tournament
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Feb. 23---The Hastings College women's basketball team will take on Dana College in the first round of the GPAC Tournament on Tuesday, February 24 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS FACE DANA COLLEGE IN FIRST ROUND OF GPAC TOURNAMENT
Feb. 22---The Hastings College women's basketball team will face Dana College in the first round of the GPAC Tournament on Tuesday, February 24 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m. The Lady Broncos have been given the #5 seed in the tournament as Dana are the #12 seed. The top four seeds were rewarded with a bye in the first round and they are: Morningside College who are the #1 seed, Northwestern College at the #2 seed, Concordia with the #3 seed and Mount Marty College at #4 seed. Other action in the first round is as follows, #6 Sioux Falls hosts #11 Midland Lutheran, #7 Doane College plays host to #10 Briar Cliff and #8 Dordt College will entertain #9 Dakota Wesleyan. The winner of the Hastings/Dana game will travel to Yankton, S.D. to take on #4 seed Mount Marty College on Thursday, February 26 with tip off set for 7:30 p.m. The Lady Broncos are currently 22-6 on the season and 12-6 in the conference.
LADY BRONCOS WIN LAST REGULAR SEASON GAME 76-55 OVER NEBRASKA WESLEYAN
Feb. 21---The Hastings College women's basketball team won their last regular season game 76-55 over Nebraska Wesleyan Saturday afternoon in Lincoln, Neb. Kim Faimon led all scorers with 18 points to go along with 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Also in double figures was Lindsay Ducey and Alicia Statler with 14 points and 12 points respectively. Ducey also grabbed 8 rebounds. Hastings is now 22-6 on the season and 12-6 in the GPAC. The Lady Broncos will await the Conference Tournament pairings which will be released Saturday night.
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LADY BRONCOS FALL IN FINAL SECONDS TO DOANE COLLEGE 67-66
Feb. 18---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell to Doane College Wednesday night in Crete, Neb. 67-66. Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with 27 points and 5 rebounds. Rachel Isherwood and Alicia Statler each had 9 points for the Lady Broncos. Hastings is now 21-6 on the season and 11-6 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will finish the regular season on the road in Lincoln, Neb. as they take on Nebraska Wesleyan on Saturday, February 21 with game time set for 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Feb. 16---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Crete, Neb. to take on Doane College with tip off set for 8 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS WIN 73-61 OVER DANA COLLEGE
Feb. 11---The Hastings College women's basketball team defeated Dana College 73-61 Wednesday night in Blair, Neb. With the win, the Lady Broncos improve to 20-6 overall and 10-6 in the conference. The Lady Broncos were led by Kay Broekemeier with 16 points and Rachel Isherwood with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Hastings will be back in action on Wednesday, February 18 as they play their second of three straight road games against Doane College in Crete, Neb. with tip off set for 8 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Feb. 9---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Blair, Neb. to take on Dana College on Wednesday, February 11 with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS HOLD OFF DORDT COLLEGE FOR 73-61 WIN
Feb. 7---The Hastings College women's basketball team was able to hold off Dordt College Saturday afternoon in Hastings, Neb. for a 73-61 win over the Defenders. Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with 25 points and 10 rebounds as she charted the game's only double-double. Amber Kulus was also in double figures for Hastings with 13 points and 4 steals. Rachel Isherwood chipped in with 9 points while Heather McKeon added 8 points, 2 blocks and 6 rebounds. The Lady Broncos forced Dordt into 21 turnovers as Hastings collected 11 steals. The Lady Broncos are now 19-6 on the season and 9-6 in the conference. Hastings will be back in action on Wednesday, February 11 as they start their 3 game road trip in Blair, Neb. against Dana College with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CRUISES TO 74-52 WIN OVER NEBRASKA WESLEYAN
Feb. 4---The Hastings College women's basketball team cruised past Nebraska Wesleyan 74-52 Wednesday night at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. The Lady Broncos were led by senior Kay Broekemeier with 19 points and 9 rebounds as she was 7 of 16 from the floor. Broekemeier also collected 4 assists. Lindsay Ducey had 18 points as she was a perfect 12 of 12 from the free throw line. Rachel Isherwood chipped in with 11 points and 4 rebounds while teammate Heather McKeon added 10 points and 5 rebounds. The Lady Broncos are now 18-6 overall and 8-6 in the conference. Hastings will be back in action on Saturday, February 7 as they host Dordt College at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 2 p.m. The game will be the last regular season home game for the Lady Broncos.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WINS 72-55 OVER TABOR COLLEGE
Feb. 2---The Hastings College women's basketball team won in their last non-conference action as they defeated Tabor College 72-55 Monday night in Hillsboro, Kansas. The Lady Broncos, who are ranked #17 in the latest NAIA national poll were led by Heather McKeon with 21 points as she was 6 of 12 from behind the arc. Kay Broekemeier grabbed 8 rebounds while dishing out 6 assists followed by teammate Amber Kulus who snagged 7 rebounds including 5 offensive. Rachel Isherwood had 12 points to go along with 4 rebounds and 3 steals while Lindsay Ducey added 11 points and 4 rebounds. Hastings is now 17-6 overall and will resume conference action as they host Nebraska Wesleyan on Wednesday, February 4 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Feb. 2---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Hillsboro, Kansas to take on Tabor College on Monday, February 2 with tip off set for 6 p.m. The Lady Broncos will host Nebraska Wesleyan on Wednesday, February 4 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with game time set for 6 p.m
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LADY BRONCOS WIN 78-68 OVER BRIAR CLIFF UNIVERSITY
Jan. 31---The Hastings College women's basketball team defeated Briar Cliff University Saturday afternoon 78-68 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. Rachel Isherwood would lead the way for the Lady Broncos as she was 9 of 12 from the floor for 18 points while grabbing 3 rebounds and a team high 6 steals. Lindsay Ducey and Kay Broekemeier would each have 15 points while Ducey would snag 11 rebounds. Broekemeier would have a game high 6 assists to go with 4 steals. Hastings shot 46.7% as a team while holding Briar Cliff to under 40% shooting and 20 turnovers. Hastings is now 16-6 on the season and 7-6 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will travel to Hillsboro, Kansas to take on Tabor College in non-conference action on Monday, February 2 with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL UPSET BY MIDLAND LUTHERAN 68-66
Jan. 28---The Hastings College women's basketball team suffered a loss at the hands of Midland Lutheran College Wednesday night in Fremont, Neb. The Warriors would upset the #13 Lady Broncos 68-66, as Hastings falls to 15-6 overall and 6-6 in the conference. Hastings was led by Heather McKeon and Amber Kulus as they each had 15 points while Kay Broekemeier was also in double figures with 10 points. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Saturday, January 31 as they host Briar Cliff University at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off time set for 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Jan. 26---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Fremont, Neb. to take on Midland Lutheran College on Wednesday, January 28 with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WINS 74-65 OVER DAKOTA WESLEYAN
Jan. 25---The Hastings College women's basketball team defeated Dakota Wesleyan University 74-65 Sunday afternoon in Mitchell, S.D. at the Corn Palace. Lindsay Ducey would lead the Lady Broncos with 21 points and 11 rebounds. Kim Faimon had 14 points and 6 steals as well as being 7 for 7 from the free-throw line. After trailing by one point at halftime the Lady Broncos would come out in the second half and out-score the Tigers by ten points for the win. Hastings forced DWU into 23 turnovers and forced 12 steals. Hastings is now 15-5 on the season and 6-5 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Wednesday, January 28 when they travel to Fremont, Neb. to take on Midland Lutheran College with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS CRUISE PAST DOANE COLLEGE 62-41
Jan. 21---The Hastings College women's basketball team cruised past Doane College 62-41 Wednesday night at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. The Lady Broncos were tough on the defense end as they held the Tigers to 24% shooting for the game and forced them into 25 turnovers. Hastings was led by Rachel Isherwood with 21 points and 3 rebounds followed by Lindsay Ducey with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Alicia Statler led Hastings with 9 rebounds to go along with 8 points. Hastings is now 14-5 on the season and 5-5 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Sunday, January 25 as they travel to Mitchell, S.D. to take on Dakota Wesleyan with tip off set for 2 p.m. in the Corn Palace.
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LINDSAY DUCEY NAMED GPAC/HAUFF MID-AMERICA SPORTS WOMEN'S
BASKETBALL PLAYER-OF-THE-WEEK
Jan. 19---Hastings College center, Lindsay Ducey is the GPAC/Hauff Mid-America Sports Women's Basketball Player-of-the-week. Ducey, a junior from Omaha, Nebraska, averaged 18.5 points per game and 10.5 rebounds per game as the Lady Broncos went 1-1. For the week she was 11 of 24 (46%) from the floor and made 13 of 13 free-throws. Hastings defeated then 4th ranked College of the Ozarks (now 6th) and lost to top ranked Morningside College. The Lady Broncos are now 13-5 on the season and 4-5 in the conference. Hastings will host Doane College on Wednesday, January 21 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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Jan. 19---The Hastings College women's basketball team will take on Doane College on Wednesday, January 21 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FALLS TO #1 MORNINGSIDE COLLEGE 75-59
Jan. 17---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell to #1 Morningside College 75-59 Saturday afternoon in Sioux City, Iowa. Lindsay Ducey would lead the Lady Broncos as she would chart a double-double on the day with 11 points and 11 rebounds. Rachel Isherwood, Heather McKeon and Kay Broekemeier would all score 9 points each while Kim Faimon and Alicia Statler would each have 8 points. Faimon would also dish out 6 assists. The Lady Broncos were forced into 28 turnovers and 37.3% shooting from the floor but Hastings did grab 12 steals for their defensive efforts and out-rebounded the Mustangs 37 to 24. Hastings is now 13-5 overall and 4-5 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Wednesday, January 21 when they host Doane College at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS UPSET #4 COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS 76-73
Jan. 12---The Hastings College women's basketball team had a bit of a chip on their shoulder on way to their 76-73 upset win over #4 College of the Ozarks Monday night at the Lynn Farrell Arena. College of the Ozarks knocked out the Lady Broncos in last years national semi-final in double overtime. Hastings, who is currently ranked #12 in the latest NAIA national poll erased a 14 point deficit in the first half to knock off the fourth ranked Bobcats and avenge last years loss. Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with 26 points and 10 rebounds. Ducey was also 8 of 8 from the free throw line and 8 of 16 from the floor. Also in double figures for the Lady Broncos was Rachel Isherwood with 14 points and 3 steals. Hastings was near perfect down the stretch from the free throw line as they were 12 of 13 in the second half and 19 of 23 for the game. Kim Faimon led the Lady Broncos with 6 assists. Hastings is now 13-4 on the season and will match up with #1 Morningside College on Saturday, January 17 in Sioux City, Iowa with tip off set for 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Jan. 12---The Hastings College women's basketball team will host #5 College of the Ozarks on Monday, January 12 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 7 p.m. The Lady Broncos will then travel to Sioux City, Iowa to take on #1 Morningside College on Saturday, January 17 with game time at 2 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS WIN 67-49 OVER DAKOTA WESLEYAN
Jan. 11---The Hastings College women's basketball team defeated Dakota Wesleyan University 67-49 Sunday afternoon at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. Leading the way for the Broncos was Heather McKeon with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Also in double figures for Hastings was Becky Tesch with 13 points and Rachel Isherwood with 10 points. Tesch also grabbed 5 rebounds while Isherwood snagged 6. The Lady Broncos are now 12-4 overall and 4-4 in conference play. Hastings will entertain #5 College of the Ozarks in a top ten battle, on Monday, January 12 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. The #9 Lady Broncos and #5 Bobcats will tip off at 7 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS FALL TO CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY 81-75
Jan. 7---The Hastings College women's basketball team used a late rally to pull with in three points of the Bulldogs but that is as close as they would get as Concordia defeated #9 Hastings 81-75 in Seward, Neb. The Lady Broncos are now 11-4 overall and 3-4 in conference play. Hastings will be back in action on Sunday, January 11 as they play host to Dakota Wesleyan at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb with tip off set for 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Jan. 5---The Hastings College basketball team will take on Concordia University (Neb.) on Wednesday, January 7 in Seward, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FALLS AT THE BUZZER 70-68 TO NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE
Jan. 3---Becca Hurley from Northwestern, hit a 3-pointer as time expired to give the Red Raiders a 70-68 over the Lady Broncos Saturday afternoon in Hastings, Neb. With 2.0 seconds remaining on the clock, Northwestern was down 68-67 as they in-bounded the ball to Hurley, who threw up a shot as time expired. The ball would fall in for a 70-68 Northwestern win. Hurley would lead all scorers with 33 points and 12 rebounds. Lindsay Ducey would do her fair share of scoring for Hastings as she would lead the team with 28 points on 12 of 20 shooting. Ducey would also add a team high 10 rebounds to go along with 2 assists, 2 blocks and 2 steals. Kim Faimon added 9 points for the Lady Broncos as Rachel Isherwood would have a game high 3 blocks. Hastings would shot 44% from the floor on the night as they forced the Red Raiders into 24 turnovers. Hastings is now 11-3 on the season and 3-3 in conference play. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Wednesday, January 7 as they travel to Seward, Neb. to take on Concordia University with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS CRUISE TO 84-65 WIN OVER SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE
Dec. 30---The Hastings College women's basketball team improved their overall record to 11-2 with an 84-65 win over Southwestern College Tuesday night in Winfield, Kansas. The Lady Broncos were led by Heather McKeon with 27 points with 19 of them coming in the second half. McKeon was 5 for 8 from behind the arc. Rachel Isherwood had 16 points while Lindsay Ducey added 15 to go along with 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals. Hastings will resume conference action as they take on #24 Northwestern College on Saturday, January 3 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena with tip off set for 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Dec. 29---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Winfield, Kansas to take on Southwestern College on Tuesday, December 30 with tip off set for 6 p.m. before the resume conference action on Saturday, January 3 as they host Northwestern College at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. at 2 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS GAME WITH TABOR COLLEGE POSTPONED
Dec. 18---The Hastings College women's basketball game with Tabor College scheduled for Saturday, December 20 in Hillsboro, Kansas has been postponed due to winter weather. The game has been re-scheduled for Monday, February 2 in Hillsboro, Kansas with game time set for 6 p.m. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Tuesday, December 30 in Winfield, Kansas as they take on Southwestern College at 6 p.m.
WINTER WEATHER POSTPONES HASTINGS VS. COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS WOMEN'S BASKETBALL GAME
Dec. 18---The Hastings College women's basketball top 10 match-up with College of the Ozarks will have to wait a few more weeks as winter weather has postponed the game that features #4 Hastings College and #6 College of the Ozarks. The game was set for Friday, Dec. 19 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena. A make-up date has been arranged. The match-up has been moved to Monday, January 12 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena with tip off set for 7 p.m.
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Dec. 15---The Hastings College women's basketball team will entertain #6 College of the Ozarks on Friday, December 19 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena with tip off set for 7 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS FALL IN HEARTBREAKER 66-64 TO THE UNIVERSITY OF SIOUX FALLS
Dec. 13---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell to the University of Sioux Falls Saturday afternoon at the Stewart Center in Sioux Falls, S.D. 66-64. The Lady Broncos led the Cougars by eight at halftime 37-29 only to see USF go on an 11-0 run midway through the second half to take the lead 54-51. The Lady Broncos would tie the game up on a number of occasions but were never able to regain the lead. Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with 23 points and 9 rebounds on 8 of 16 shooting. Also in double figures for the Lady Broncos was Rachel Isherwood and Alyssa Farmer with 10 points each. Kim Faimon led the defensive effort as she had a team high 4 steals. The Lady Broncos are now 10-2 on the season and 3-2 in conference play. Next up for Hastings will be the College of Ozarks on Friday, December 19 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off time set for 7 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CRUISES TO 91-61 WIN OVER DANA COLLEGE
Dec. 10---The Hastings College women's basketball team cruised to a 91-61 win over Dana College Wednesday night in Hastings, Neb. at Lynn Farrell Arena. The Lady Broncos were led by Heather McKeon with 24 points as she was 5 for 11 from behind the arc. Lindsay Ducey was 9 for 11 from the floor as she tallied 19 points while teammate Rachel Isherwood had 18 points including 10 for 11 from the free-throw line. Hastings forced Dana into 21 turnovers on their way to 13 steals. The Lady Broncos were 50% from the floor as they improve to 10-1 overall and 3-1 in the conference. Hastings will be back in action on Saturday, December 13 as they travel to Sioux Falls, S.D. to take on the University of Sioux Falls with tip off at 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL RANKED #4 IN LATEST NAIA NATIONAL POLL
Dec. 9---The Hastings College women's basketball team is ranked #4 in the latest NAIA National Poll released by the NAIA office. The Lady Broncos are currently 9-1 on the season and 2-1 in conference play. Hastings is one of five GPAC teams in the Top 25. Morningside College is currently ranked #1 followed by the Lady Broncos at #4. Also in the Top 25 is Concordia (Neb.) ranked at #10 and Doane College at #13. Northwestern College rounds out the Top 25 as they are ranked #24. Mount Marty College is currently receiving votes. Hastings will host Dana College on Wednesday, December 10 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Dec. 8---The Hastings College women's basketball team will host Dana College on Wednesday, December 10 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FALLS FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS SEASON 83-62 TO MOUNT MARTY COLLEGE
Dec. 6---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell for the first time this season, as they dropped an 83-62 decision to
March 4---The Hastings College women's basketball team had four members placed on the GPAC All-Conference teams in a release sent out by the conference office. Hastings had one on 1st team, one on 2nd team and two placed on honorable-mention.
Representing the Lady Broncos on 1st team All-Conference was junior post player Lindsay Ducey. Ducey, from Omaha, Neb. led Hastings in both points and rebounds as she averaged 17.2 points per game while grabbing 8.5 rebounds per game. Lindsay was an impressive 86% from the free-throw line and 49% from the floor for the season. This marks the second year in a row Ducey was named to the 1st team and third year on the GPAC All-Conference teams as she was a 2nd team selection in her freshman year.
Senior guard Kay Broekemeier has been named 2nd team All-Conference for her efforts this season. Broekemeier, from Central City, Neb. averaged 10.2 points per game while shooting 39.5% from behind the arc. Kay is second on the team in assists with 96 as well as averaging 4.0 rebounds per game. This is the third year in a row Broekemeier has been honored on the GPAC All-Conference teams as she was a 2nd team selection back in 2006-07 and a 1st team selection in 2007-08.
Juniors Rachel Isherwood and Heather McKeon have been named GPAC All-Conference Honorable-Mention for the 2008-09 season. Isherwood, a junior guard from Lincoln, Neb. averaged 10.9 points per game and 3.9 rebounds per game. Isherwood was second on the team in steals with 55 on the season. Rachel was named Honorable-Mention All-Conference last season as well. Junior forward Heather McKeon averaged 11.1 points per game and led the Lady Broncos in 3-point percentage with 40% shooting from behind the arc. McKeon was second on the team in rebounding as she snagged 4.2 rebounds per game. Heather was named Honorable-Mention her freshman year as well.
Hastings is currently 23-7 on the season and finished with 12-6 conference record. The Lady Broncos are currently awaiting the NAIA National Tournament pairings to see if they will travel to Sioux City, Iowa compete at the National Tournament starting on Wednesday, March 11.
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March 2---The Hastings College women's basketball team will await the NAIA National Tournament pairings to learn their fate in the postseason. The National Tournament will start on Wednesday, March 11 in Sioux City, Iowa at the Tyson Events Center.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM FALLS TO MOUNT MARTY 70-65 IN GPAC TOURNAMENT QUARTERFINALS
Feb. 26---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell to Mount Marty College Thursday night in Yankton, S.D. by a score of 70-65 in the GPAC Tournament quarterfinals. Lindsay Ducey and Kim Faimon led Hastings as Ducey had a team high 20 points followed by Kim Faimon with 16 points. The Lady Broncos are now 23-7 on the season and will await the NAIA National Tournament pairings to come out to see if they will extend their season into March. The NAIA Women's Basketball National Tournament will be played in Sioux City, Iowa starting on Wednesday, March 11 at the Tyson Events Center.
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Quarterfinals of GPAC Tournament
LADY BRONCOS ROLL PAST DANA COLLEGE IN FIRST ROUND OF GPAC TOURNAMENT
Feb. 24---The Hastings College women's basketball team rolled past Dana College in the first round of the GPAC Tournament Tuesday night in Hastings, Neb. as they defeated the Vikings 90-57 in the Lynn Farrell Arena. Hastings was led by Kim Faimon with 21 points and a team high 6 assists. Faimon was one of five Lady Broncos in double figures. Also in double digits for Hastings was Lindsay Ducey with 15 points and 7 rebounds followed by Rachel Isherwood with 13 points and 2 steals. Kay Broekemeier finished the game with 11 points and 6 rebounds while Alicia Statler came off the bench to add 10 points, 4 rebounds and 3 steals. The Lady Bronco defense forced Dana into 27 turnovers as Kim Faimon led Hastings with 4 steals. Hastings is now 23-6 on the season and will travel to Yankton, S.D. to take on Mount Marty College on Thursday, February 26 in the GPAC Tournament Quarterfinals with tip off set for 7:30 p.m.
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1st Round of GPAC Tournament
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Feb. 23---The Hastings College women's basketball team will take on Dana College in the first round of the GPAC Tournament on Tuesday, February 24 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS FACE DANA COLLEGE IN FIRST ROUND OF GPAC TOURNAMENT
Feb. 22---The Hastings College women's basketball team will face Dana College in the first round of the GPAC Tournament on Tuesday, February 24 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m. The Lady Broncos have been given the #5 seed in the tournament as Dana are the #12 seed. The top four seeds were rewarded with a bye in the first round and they are: Morningside College who are the #1 seed, Northwestern College at the #2 seed, Concordia with the #3 seed and Mount Marty College at #4 seed. Other action in the first round is as follows, #6 Sioux Falls hosts #11 Midland Lutheran, #7 Doane College plays host to #10 Briar Cliff and #8 Dordt College will entertain #9 Dakota Wesleyan. The winner of the Hastings/Dana game will travel to Yankton, S.D. to take on #4 seed Mount Marty College on Thursday, February 26 with tip off set for 7:30 p.m. The Lady Broncos are currently 22-6 on the season and 12-6 in the conference.
LADY BRONCOS WIN LAST REGULAR SEASON GAME 76-55 OVER NEBRASKA WESLEYAN
Feb. 21---The Hastings College women's basketball team won their last regular season game 76-55 over Nebraska Wesleyan Saturday afternoon in Lincoln, Neb. Kim Faimon led all scorers with 18 points to go along with 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Also in double figures was Lindsay Ducey and Alicia Statler with 14 points and 12 points respectively. Ducey also grabbed 8 rebounds. Hastings is now 22-6 on the season and 12-6 in the GPAC. The Lady Broncos will await the Conference Tournament pairings which will be released Saturday night.
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LADY BRONCOS FALL IN FINAL SECONDS TO DOANE COLLEGE 67-66
Feb. 18---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell to Doane College Wednesday night in Crete, Neb. 67-66. Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with 27 points and 5 rebounds. Rachel Isherwood and Alicia Statler each had 9 points for the Lady Broncos. Hastings is now 21-6 on the season and 11-6 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will finish the regular season on the road in Lincoln, Neb. as they take on Nebraska Wesleyan on Saturday, February 21 with game time set for 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Feb. 16---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Crete, Neb. to take on Doane College with tip off set for 8 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS WIN 73-61 OVER DANA COLLEGE
Feb. 11---The Hastings College women's basketball team defeated Dana College 73-61 Wednesday night in Blair, Neb. With the win, the Lady Broncos improve to 20-6 overall and 10-6 in the conference. The Lady Broncos were led by Kay Broekemeier with 16 points and Rachel Isherwood with 15 points and 6 rebounds. Hastings will be back in action on Wednesday, February 18 as they play their second of three straight road games against Doane College in Crete, Neb. with tip off set for 8 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Feb. 9---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Blair, Neb. to take on Dana College on Wednesday, February 11 with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS HOLD OFF DORDT COLLEGE FOR 73-61 WIN
Feb. 7---The Hastings College women's basketball team was able to hold off Dordt College Saturday afternoon in Hastings, Neb. for a 73-61 win over the Defenders. Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with 25 points and 10 rebounds as she charted the game's only double-double. Amber Kulus was also in double figures for Hastings with 13 points and 4 steals. Rachel Isherwood chipped in with 9 points while Heather McKeon added 8 points, 2 blocks and 6 rebounds. The Lady Broncos forced Dordt into 21 turnovers as Hastings collected 11 steals. The Lady Broncos are now 19-6 on the season and 9-6 in the conference. Hastings will be back in action on Wednesday, February 11 as they start their 3 game road trip in Blair, Neb. against Dana College with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CRUISES TO 74-52 WIN OVER NEBRASKA WESLEYAN
Feb. 4---The Hastings College women's basketball team cruised past Nebraska Wesleyan 74-52 Wednesday night at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. The Lady Broncos were led by senior Kay Broekemeier with 19 points and 9 rebounds as she was 7 of 16 from the floor. Broekemeier also collected 4 assists. Lindsay Ducey had 18 points as she was a perfect 12 of 12 from the free throw line. Rachel Isherwood chipped in with 11 points and 4 rebounds while teammate Heather McKeon added 10 points and 5 rebounds. The Lady Broncos are now 18-6 overall and 8-6 in the conference. Hastings will be back in action on Saturday, February 7 as they host Dordt College at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 2 p.m. The game will be the last regular season home game for the Lady Broncos.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WINS 72-55 OVER TABOR COLLEGE
Feb. 2---The Hastings College women's basketball team won in their last non-conference action as they defeated Tabor College 72-55 Monday night in Hillsboro, Kansas. The Lady Broncos, who are ranked #17 in the latest NAIA national poll were led by Heather McKeon with 21 points as she was 6 of 12 from behind the arc. Kay Broekemeier grabbed 8 rebounds while dishing out 6 assists followed by teammate Amber Kulus who snagged 7 rebounds including 5 offensive. Rachel Isherwood had 12 points to go along with 4 rebounds and 3 steals while Lindsay Ducey added 11 points and 4 rebounds. Hastings is now 17-6 overall and will resume conference action as they host Nebraska Wesleyan on Wednesday, February 4 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Feb. 2---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Hillsboro, Kansas to take on Tabor College on Monday, February 2 with tip off set for 6 p.m. The Lady Broncos will host Nebraska Wesleyan on Wednesday, February 4 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with game time set for 6 p.m
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LADY BRONCOS WIN 78-68 OVER BRIAR CLIFF UNIVERSITY
Jan. 31---The Hastings College women's basketball team defeated Briar Cliff University Saturday afternoon 78-68 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. Rachel Isherwood would lead the way for the Lady Broncos as she was 9 of 12 from the floor for 18 points while grabbing 3 rebounds and a team high 6 steals. Lindsay Ducey and Kay Broekemeier would each have 15 points while Ducey would snag 11 rebounds. Broekemeier would have a game high 6 assists to go with 4 steals. Hastings shot 46.7% as a team while holding Briar Cliff to under 40% shooting and 20 turnovers. Hastings is now 16-6 on the season and 7-6 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will travel to Hillsboro, Kansas to take on Tabor College in non-conference action on Monday, February 2 with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL UPSET BY MIDLAND LUTHERAN 68-66
Jan. 28---The Hastings College women's basketball team suffered a loss at the hands of Midland Lutheran College Wednesday night in Fremont, Neb. The Warriors would upset the #13 Lady Broncos 68-66, as Hastings falls to 15-6 overall and 6-6 in the conference. Hastings was led by Heather McKeon and Amber Kulus as they each had 15 points while Kay Broekemeier was also in double figures with 10 points. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Saturday, January 31 as they host Briar Cliff University at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off time set for 2 p.m.
HASTINGS/MIDLAND LUTHERAN GAME STATS
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Jan. 26---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Fremont, Neb. to take on Midland Lutheran College on Wednesday, January 28 with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WINS 74-65 OVER DAKOTA WESLEYAN
Jan. 25---The Hastings College women's basketball team defeated Dakota Wesleyan University 74-65 Sunday afternoon in Mitchell, S.D. at the Corn Palace. Lindsay Ducey would lead the Lady Broncos with 21 points and 11 rebounds. Kim Faimon had 14 points and 6 steals as well as being 7 for 7 from the free-throw line. After trailing by one point at halftime the Lady Broncos would come out in the second half and out-score the Tigers by ten points for the win. Hastings forced DWU into 23 turnovers and forced 12 steals. Hastings is now 15-5 on the season and 6-5 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Wednesday, January 28 when they travel to Fremont, Neb. to take on Midland Lutheran College with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS CRUISE PAST DOANE COLLEGE 62-41
Jan. 21---The Hastings College women's basketball team cruised past Doane College 62-41 Wednesday night at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. The Lady Broncos were tough on the defense end as they held the Tigers to 24% shooting for the game and forced them into 25 turnovers. Hastings was led by Rachel Isherwood with 21 points and 3 rebounds followed by Lindsay Ducey with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Alicia Statler led Hastings with 9 rebounds to go along with 8 points. Hastings is now 14-5 on the season and 5-5 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Sunday, January 25 as they travel to Mitchell, S.D. to take on Dakota Wesleyan with tip off set for 2 p.m. in the Corn Palace.
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LINDSAY DUCEY NAMED GPAC/HAUFF MID-AMERICA SPORTS WOMEN'S
BASKETBALL PLAYER-OF-THE-WEEKJan. 19---Hastings College center, Lindsay Ducey is the GPAC/Hauff Mid-America Sports Women's Basketball Player-of-the-week. Ducey, a junior from Omaha, Nebraska, averaged 18.5 points per game and 10.5 rebounds per game as the Lady Broncos went 1-1. For the week she was 11 of 24 (46%) from the floor and made 13 of 13 free-throws. Hastings defeated then 4th ranked College of the Ozarks (now 6th) and lost to top ranked Morningside College. The Lady Broncos are now 13-5 on the season and 4-5 in the conference. Hastings will host Doane College on Wednesday, January 21 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Jan. 19---The Hastings College women's basketball team will take on Doane College on Wednesday, January 21 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FALLS TO #1 MORNINGSIDE COLLEGE 75-59
Jan. 17---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell to #1 Morningside College 75-59 Saturday afternoon in Sioux City, Iowa. Lindsay Ducey would lead the Lady Broncos as she would chart a double-double on the day with 11 points and 11 rebounds. Rachel Isherwood, Heather McKeon and Kay Broekemeier would all score 9 points each while Kim Faimon and Alicia Statler would each have 8 points. Faimon would also dish out 6 assists. The Lady Broncos were forced into 28 turnovers and 37.3% shooting from the floor but Hastings did grab 12 steals for their defensive efforts and out-rebounded the Mustangs 37 to 24. Hastings is now 13-5 overall and 4-5 in the conference. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Wednesday, January 21 when they host Doane College at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS UPSET #4 COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS 76-73
Jan. 12---The Hastings College women's basketball team had a bit of a chip on their shoulder on way to their 76-73 upset win over #4 College of the Ozarks Monday night at the Lynn Farrell Arena. College of the Ozarks knocked out the Lady Broncos in last years national semi-final in double overtime. Hastings, who is currently ranked #12 in the latest NAIA national poll erased a 14 point deficit in the first half to knock off the fourth ranked Bobcats and avenge last years loss. Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with 26 points and 10 rebounds. Ducey was also 8 of 8 from the free throw line and 8 of 16 from the floor. Also in double figures for the Lady Broncos was Rachel Isherwood with 14 points and 3 steals. Hastings was near perfect down the stretch from the free throw line as they were 12 of 13 in the second half and 19 of 23 for the game. Kim Faimon led the Lady Broncos with 6 assists. Hastings is now 13-4 on the season and will match up with #1 Morningside College on Saturday, January 17 in Sioux City, Iowa with tip off set for 2 p.m.
HASTINGS/COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS GAME STATS
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Jan. 12---The Hastings College women's basketball team will host #5 College of the Ozarks on Monday, January 12 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 7 p.m. The Lady Broncos will then travel to Sioux City, Iowa to take on #1 Morningside College on Saturday, January 17 with game time at 2 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS WIN 67-49 OVER DAKOTA WESLEYAN
Jan. 11---The Hastings College women's basketball team defeated Dakota Wesleyan University 67-49 Sunday afternoon at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. Leading the way for the Broncos was Heather McKeon with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Also in double figures for Hastings was Becky Tesch with 13 points and Rachel Isherwood with 10 points. Tesch also grabbed 5 rebounds while Isherwood snagged 6. The Lady Broncos are now 12-4 overall and 4-4 in conference play. Hastings will entertain #5 College of the Ozarks in a top ten battle, on Monday, January 12 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. The #9 Lady Broncos and #5 Bobcats will tip off at 7 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS FALL TO CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY 81-75
Jan. 7---The Hastings College women's basketball team used a late rally to pull with in three points of the Bulldogs but that is as close as they would get as Concordia defeated #9 Hastings 81-75 in Seward, Neb. The Lady Broncos are now 11-4 overall and 3-4 in conference play. Hastings will be back in action on Sunday, January 11 as they play host to Dakota Wesleyan at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb with tip off set for 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Jan. 5---The Hastings College basketball team will take on Concordia University (Neb.) on Wednesday, January 7 in Seward, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FALLS AT THE BUZZER 70-68 TO NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE
Jan. 3---Becca Hurley from Northwestern, hit a 3-pointer as time expired to give the Red Raiders a 70-68 over the Lady Broncos Saturday afternoon in Hastings, Neb. With 2.0 seconds remaining on the clock, Northwestern was down 68-67 as they in-bounded the ball to Hurley, who threw up a shot as time expired. The ball would fall in for a 70-68 Northwestern win. Hurley would lead all scorers with 33 points and 12 rebounds. Lindsay Ducey would do her fair share of scoring for Hastings as she would lead the team with 28 points on 12 of 20 shooting. Ducey would also add a team high 10 rebounds to go along with 2 assists, 2 blocks and 2 steals. Kim Faimon added 9 points for the Lady Broncos as Rachel Isherwood would have a game high 3 blocks. Hastings would shot 44% from the floor on the night as they forced the Red Raiders into 24 turnovers. Hastings is now 11-3 on the season and 3-3 in conference play. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Wednesday, January 7 as they travel to Seward, Neb. to take on Concordia University with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS CRUISE TO 84-65 WIN OVER SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE
Dec. 30---The Hastings College women's basketball team improved their overall record to 11-2 with an 84-65 win over Southwestern College Tuesday night in Winfield, Kansas. The Lady Broncos were led by Heather McKeon with 27 points with 19 of them coming in the second half. McKeon was 5 for 8 from behind the arc. Rachel Isherwood had 16 points while Lindsay Ducey added 15 to go along with 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals. Hastings will resume conference action as they take on #24 Northwestern College on Saturday, January 3 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena with tip off set for 2 p.m.
HASTINGS/SOUTHWESTERN GAME STATS
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Dec. 29---The Hastings College women's basketball team will travel to Winfield, Kansas to take on Southwestern College on Tuesday, December 30 with tip off set for 6 p.m. before the resume conference action on Saturday, January 3 as they host Northwestern College at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. at 2 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS GAME WITH TABOR COLLEGE POSTPONED
Dec. 18---The Hastings College women's basketball game with Tabor College scheduled for Saturday, December 20 in Hillsboro, Kansas has been postponed due to winter weather. The game has been re-scheduled for Monday, February 2 in Hillsboro, Kansas with game time set for 6 p.m. The Lady Broncos will be back in action on Tuesday, December 30 in Winfield, Kansas as they take on Southwestern College at 6 p.m.
WINTER WEATHER POSTPONES HASTINGS VS. COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS WOMEN'S BASKETBALL GAME
Dec. 18---The Hastings College women's basketball top 10 match-up with College of the Ozarks will have to wait a few more weeks as winter weather has postponed the game that features #4 Hastings College and #6 College of the Ozarks. The game was set for Friday, Dec. 19 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena. A make-up date has been arranged. The match-up has been moved to Monday, January 12 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena with tip off set for 7 p.m.
HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Dec. 15---The Hastings College women's basketball team will entertain #6 College of the Ozarks on Friday, December 19 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena with tip off set for 7 p.m.
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LADY BRONCOS FALL IN HEARTBREAKER 66-64 TO THE UNIVERSITY OF SIOUX FALLS
Dec. 13---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell to the University of Sioux Falls Saturday afternoon at the Stewart Center in Sioux Falls, S.D. 66-64. The Lady Broncos led the Cougars by eight at halftime 37-29 only to see USF go on an 11-0 run midway through the second half to take the lead 54-51. The Lady Broncos would tie the game up on a number of occasions but were never able to regain the lead. Hastings was led by Lindsay Ducey with 23 points and 9 rebounds on 8 of 16 shooting. Also in double figures for the Lady Broncos was Rachel Isherwood and Alyssa Farmer with 10 points each. Kim Faimon led the defensive effort as she had a team high 4 steals. The Lady Broncos are now 10-2 on the season and 3-2 in conference play. Next up for Hastings will be the College of Ozarks on Friday, December 19 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off time set for 7 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CRUISES TO 91-61 WIN OVER DANA COLLEGE
Dec. 10---The Hastings College women's basketball team cruised to a 91-61 win over Dana College Wednesday night in Hastings, Neb. at Lynn Farrell Arena. The Lady Broncos were led by Heather McKeon with 24 points as she was 5 for 11 from behind the arc. Lindsay Ducey was 9 for 11 from the floor as she tallied 19 points while teammate Rachel Isherwood had 18 points including 10 for 11 from the free-throw line. Hastings forced Dana into 21 turnovers on their way to 13 steals. The Lady Broncos were 50% from the floor as they improve to 10-1 overall and 3-1 in the conference. Hastings will be back in action on Saturday, December 13 as they travel to Sioux Falls, S.D. to take on the University of Sioux Falls with tip off at 2 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL RANKED #4 IN LATEST NAIA NATIONAL POLL
Dec. 9---The Hastings College women's basketball team is ranked #4 in the latest NAIA National Poll released by the NAIA office. The Lady Broncos are currently 9-1 on the season and 2-1 in conference play. Hastings is one of five GPAC teams in the Top 25. Morningside College is currently ranked #1 followed by the Lady Broncos at #4. Also in the Top 25 is Concordia (Neb.) ranked at #10 and Doane College at #13. Northwestern College rounds out the Top 25 as they are ranked #24. Mount Marty College is currently receiving votes. Hastings will host Dana College on Wednesday, December 10 at the Lynn Farrell Arena in Hastings, Neb. with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL WEEKLY PREVIEW
Dec. 8---The Hastings College women's basketball team will host Dana College on Wednesday, December 10 in Hastings, Neb. at the Lynn Farrell Arena with tip off set for 6 p.m.
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HASTINGS COLLEGE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL FALLS FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS SEASON 83-62 TO MOUNT MARTY COLLEGE
Dec. 6---The Hastings College women's basketball team fell for the first time this season, as they dropped an 83-62 decision to
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