HESSTON, Kan. - The Hesston College women's basketball team faced off against Colby Community College on November 16, 2024, at Hesston, Kansas. Despite a strong effort, Hesston fell short, with a final score of 56-32 in favor of Colby.
Hesston struggled offensively in the first half as they trailed 26-7 at the break. Hesston found more rhythm in the second half, scoring 11 points in the third quarter and 14 in the fourth, but it wasn't enough to overcome Colby's consistent performance.
Key contributors for Hesston included Jenna Avery, who led the team with 10 points, and Anna McIntire, who added 6 points and grabbed 5 rebounds. The Larks fought hard on the boards, pulling down 39 rebounds, including 11 on the offensive end.
Colby displayed a balanced attack, with multiple players contributing in double figures. Their defensive pressure resulted in 11 steals and forced 22 turnovers, which they capitalized on to maintain control throughout the game.