The Women of Troy rang up their biggest win of the season yesterday, beating UC Irvine by 38 points to finish out their nonconference slate.Click here for the full recap!
Despite a nearly even shooting percentage in the first half, USC surged to a 36-18 lead over the Anteaters at the break. The Trojans' staunch defense gave them the clear advantage, as they finished the game with 17 steals (their second-most of the season) and 41 points off turnovers, and outrebounded UCI, 43-29.
The 4th quarter of yesterday's game was USC's highest-scoring quarter all season. Already leading by 18 points, the Trojans exploded for 34 points in the 4th, cementing an 83-45 win.
Four Trojans finished in double figures, with Aliyah Mazyck (pictured) leading the way. The sophomore had 16 points on a career-high 4 three-pointers, while Sadie Edwards added 15, Kristen Simon posted 11 and Courtney Jaco finished with 10. Simon is averaging a double-double this season, with 15.5 points and 10.1 rebounds per game.
With the win, USC takes a 9-2 record into Pac-12 play. Colorado comes to town on Dec. 30, and the Women of Troy kick off the New Year by hosting Utah on Jan. 1. Click here for tickets!
