USU women’s basketball defeats UNLV 58-49 in season finale

The Utah State women’s basketball team ended their regular season with a second-half comeback and a win over University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 58-49.

The first half was an offensive struggle for the Aggies, shooting 11-of-28 from the field, including an 0-for-7 mark from 3-point land and earning zero trips to the foul line. UNLV shot 9-for-30 from the field, but nailed four 3-pointers and four free throws. The Aggies would trail 26-22 going into the half.

The intensity rose in the third quarter, as Utah State figured out UNLV’s zone defense and earned their first trips to the free-throw line. The Aggies would string together runs and, ending with a Shannon Dufficy jumper right before the buzzer, found themselves tied with the Lady Rebels at 36 points.

Their final quarter of their regular season would be one to remember for the Aggies. Forcing turnover after turnover, Utah State found themselves earning frequent fast-break opportunities. One of those led to a Robinson lay-up that was centimeters away from a Robinson dunk.

“I just saw the look in their eyes,” Robinson said of her teammates after she fouled out in the fourth quarter.

“They just said, ‘I got you. I got you.’”

Robinson ended her home career with eight points and five rebounds. Katie Toole scored a game-high 16 points off the bench.

The Aggies outscored UNLV 22-13 in the final quarter to seal their win. The Aggies will head back to Las Vegas to take part in the Mountain West Championship tournament starting March 6.

“Make sure you don’t bet against us,” said USU head coach Jerry Finkbeiner.