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Los Angeles, CA – The Occidental women's basketball team traveled all the way to Farmers Branch, TX to match up against Dallas Christian. Oxy was able to gain an early lead against the Crusaders in the first quarter. The Tigers used this momentum to their advantage for the rest of the game and were able to win all four quarters. Fortunately, the Tiger force was too strong for the Crusaders, allowing Oxy to take the win.

The Tigers were able to cohesively work together to earn this win. Paige Yasukochi shined, scoring 16 points to lead the Tigers. Michelle Lagunas-Monroy was not too far behind Yasukochi with 12 points. Ainsley Shelsta was an unstoppable force on offense and defense. Shelta led the team with 4 offensive and 7 defensive rebounds to total 11.

Amber Covington for the Crusaders did extremely well for her team. Covington led with 13 points and 6 offensive and 14 defensive rebounds. The Crusaders did well, but the Tigers were determined to bring home a victory.

The Tigers continue their Texas journey to Sherman, TX where they will play Austin College at Austin College on Monday, December 19 at 11 a.m.