WINFIELD, Kan. — The Southwestern College women's basketball team will look to return to the win column Friday, Nov. 13, when the Moundbuilders host Central Christian College of Kansas at Stewart Fieldhouse. Tipoff is scheduled for 5 p.m.
Southwestern enters the matchup with a 3-1 overall record after suffering its first loss of the season against Cottey College on Nov. 6, falling 51-44. Prior to the loss, the Moundbuilders opened the season with three consecutive victories over Manhattan Christian, Cottey and Hesston College.
The Moundbuilders have been impressive on their home court this season, holding a perfect 3-0 record at Stewart Fieldhouse. Southwestern is averaging 62.5 points per game while holding opponents to just 47 points per contest.
Ashton Burgener has led the offensive attack for Southwestern, averaging a team-high 14.3 points per game. Toni Hodges-Tipton has also contributed offensively, averaging 8.5 points and six rebounds per contest.
Jayden Wells and Breanna Goad have provided a strong presence from beyond the arc. Wells leads the Moundbuilders with nine made 3-pointers, while Goad has connected on seven attempts from deep.
Rebounding has been a strength for Southwestern, which averages 46 rebounds per game compared to 36.3 for its opponents. Perla Hernandez leads the Moundbuilders with 6.8 rebounds per game while also contributing a team-high 18 assists.
Central Christian enters Friday's matchup with a 1-4 overall record. The Tigers are averaging 51.2 points per game while allowing opponents to score 65 points per contest.
Kylee Jones has been the offensive leader for Central Christian, averaging an impressive 27.6 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. Jones has also been effective at the free-throw line, shooting 81.9% from the charity stripe.
Mia Kittner adds 8.6 points per contest, while Haiden Smoke leads the Tigers on the glass with 7.6 rebounds per game.
Southwestern will look to capitalize on its rebounding advantage and home-court success as the Moundbuilders attempt to improve to 4-1 on the season.
