Ohio State Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over Washington
In a pivotal college basketball matchup on Thursday, the No. 9 ranked Ohio State women’s basketball team outlasted No. 24 Washington, securing a 70-60 victory in Seattle. This win marked the Buckeyes’ 10th triumph in their last 11 games.
Star Performance by Jaloni Cambridge
Star player Jaloni Cambridge was instrumental, contributing 26 points to the scoreboard. Averaging 22.5 points per game this season, which positions her seventh nationally, Cambridge delivered a strong performance shooting 12 for 21 from the field. Notably, she has now scored over 25 points in four consecutive outings.
Game Highlights
The game saw a dramatic moment as Washington mounted a late-game surge, narrowing Ohio State’s 15-point advantage to just four points with a 13-2 scoring run. However, Cambridge responded decisively, calming the atmosphere with a crucial mid-range jumper with only 1:38 still on the clock.
Supporting Cambridge, Elsa Lemmila added 13 points alongside nine rebounds, while Chance Gray chipped in with 12 points for the Buckeyes, who improved their record to 21-3 overall and 10-2 in the Big Ten Conference. On the Huskies’ side, Sayvia Sellers matched Cambridge’s 26 points, contributing 11 in the final quarter, but their defeat meant Washington dropped back-to-back home games for the first time this season. Freshman Brynn McGaughy shone on her inaugural start, scoring 12 points.
Game Progression
The game commenced with Kennedy Cambridge’s jump shot giving Ohio State an early edge at 4-3, and they maintained control throughout, building a significant lead with an 11-0 run that featured three consecutive baskets from Jaloni Cambridge. Just prior to the end of the first quarter, Washington managed to keep it within striking distance, trailing by eight points thanks to a buzzer-beater shot.
In the second quarter, Washington’s defense stifled the Buckeyes, holding them scoreless for five minutes and shrinking the deficit to just two points after a three-point play by Sellers. However, the Huskies could not convert this momentum into a full comeback.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Ohio State is set to face Oregon on Sunday, while Washington will travel to Wisconsin for their next contest.
Stay tuned for polls and updates throughout the NCAA basketball season on the AP Top 25.
