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70
Winner Menlo Menlo 10-9,6-6 PacWest
61
Hawaii Pacific HPU 7-10,3-8 PacWest
Winner
Menlo Menlo
10-9,6-6 PacWest
70
Final
61
Hawaii Pacific HPU
7-10,3-8 PacWest
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 3 4 F
Menlo Menlo 21 9 19 21 70
Hawaii Pacific HPU 20 15 13 13 61

Game Recap: Women's Basketball |

Sharks Fall to Menlo in Hard-Fought Battle at Shark Tank

Honolulu, HI – The Hawai'i Pacific University women's basketball team put up a strong fight but fell short against Menlo, 70-61, in a competitive PacWest matchup at the Shark Tank. Despite leading at halftime, the Sharks struggled offensively in the second half, allowing Menlo to pull away late.

Key Performances

  • Lupe Vazquez led the Sharks with 11 points, hitting three three-pointers.
  • Ella Berge contributed 9 points and grabbed 6 rebounds.
  • Megan Jones was efficient inside, scoring 9 points on a perfect 4-for-4 shooting.
  • Alana Roberts added 8 points and 8 rebounds, showcasing her presence on the boards.
  • Sarah Tait provided a spark off the bench with 8 points and a three-pointer.

Game Highlights

  • HPU shot 38.7% from the field and 34.6% from three, but struggled at the free-throw line (4-of-7).
  • The Sharks outrebounded Menlo 47-32, controlling the glass throughout the contest.
  • Menlo capitalized on free-throw opportunities, going 21-for-28 from the line compared to HPU's 4-for-7.
  • A strong first half saw HPU lead 35-30 at the break before Menlo's 19-13 third quarter shifted momentum.

The Sharks (7-10, 3-8 PacWest) will look to bounce back in their next matchup as they continue conference play.

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