BEMIDJI, Minn. — Bemidji State University (8-15, 5-14 NSIC) fell to Northern State
University (14-11, 9-10 NSIC), 73-55, at the Sanford Center on day one of the 218
Showcase. The Beavers struggled on the boards, being outrebounded 46-23 by the
Wolves.

Bemidji State began the first quarter with an early 3-pointer from Gabrielle
Fineday, set up by an assist from Aubrey Heyer, to keep pace with Northern State.
Despite a block by Tieryn Plasch, the Beavers faced a challenging defensive battle
in the paint. The team capitalized on key moments, with Lindsey Weiler scoring a
layup off an assist from Ashlynne Guenther, contributing to the team’s efforts to
stay competitive.

Bemidji State continued to fight back with a layup from Plasch, narrowing the gap to
five points. Guenther added a fast-break layup, assisted by Evyn Eppinga, further
closing the deficit. However, the Wolves responded with a strong offensive push,
ending the quarter with a 9-point lead, 22-13.

The Beavers began the second quarter by facing a scoring push from Northern State,
highlighted by a 3-pointer from Megan Counts that put the visitors ahead. Bemidji
State responded with strong free-throw shooting, including three consecutive
successful attempts by Plasch at the 7:38 mark. Although the Beavers struggled with
field goals, they capitalized on turnovers, notably with Tiffany Liddie’s steal and
fast-break layup.

Fineday’s 3-pointer at 5:51 and subsequent layup at 2:55 helped Bemidji State cut
into Northern State’s lead. Despite a late push, the Wolves edged out the quarter,
ending with a 37-27 advantage over the Beavers.

Bemidji State began the third quarter with a focused effort, narrowing the gap with
back-to-back 3-pointers from Eppinga and Plasch, assisted by Beth Bolte and Fineday,
respectively. This scoring run was bolstered by Bolte’s defensive play, including a
steal that led to further scoring opportunities. Despite these efforts, the Wolves
responded with effective shooting in the paint, maintaining their lead throughout
the quarter.

The quarter concluded with Bemidji State adding 17 points, largely through a mix of
successful outside shooting and layups, while Northern State managed 19 points,
maintaining its slight edge in the game. The quarter closed with Northern State
leading 56-44.

The Beavers entered the fourth quarter looking to close the gap but faced challenges
both offensively and defensively. Early in the quarter, Eppinga hit a jumper to keep
the team in contention, but Northern State responded with a series of successful
inside plays, extending its lead.

Bemidji State found success at the free-throw line, with Liddie converting all her
attempts, including a three-pointer that cut into the deficit. In the closing
minutes, the Beavers’ defense forced turnovers, but Northern State’s steady scoring
from the paint maintained its advantage. The quarter ended with Northern State
leading 73-55, with Bemidji State unable to overcome the deficit.

Plasch led the Beavers with 16 points, hitting 7 of 9 from the free-throw line and
adding four rebounds. Liddie contributed 17 points, converting all six of her
free-throw attempts and making three steals. Fineday scored eight points, including
two 3-pointers, and recorded one steal. Eppinga added seven points and grabbed four
rebounds, while also blocking one shot.

The Beavers have a record of 8-15 overall and 5-14 in NSIC play. The Wolves hold a
record of 14-11 overall and 9-10 in NSIC competition. In their next game, Bemidji
State will host the University of Jamestown on Saturday, Feb. 14. The matchup is set
for 1 p.m. at the Sanford Center in Bemidji, Minnesota.

BEMIDJI, Minn. — Bemidji State University Women’s Basketball (8-16, 5-15 NSIC) fell
to Jamestown (7-17, 5-15 NSIC), 75-63, as the visitors scored 22 points off
turnovers. Despite a balanced rebounding performance with 38 total boards each, the
Beavers struggled with 20 turnovers compared to Jamestown’s eight.

The Beavers began the first quarter with a balanced offensive approach but faced
early pressure from the Jimmies, who capitalized on turnovers. Despite this, they
managed to keep the game close with key contributions from Evyn Eppinga, who drained
a crucial three-pointer to tie the game at 12-12. Tiffany Liddie and Beth Bolte
added significant points, helping Bemidji State maintain momentum.

Defensively, the Beavers recorded two blocks, including a notable block by Tieryn
Plasch in the closing seconds, which helped limit the Jimmies’ shooting efficiency.
As the quarter drew to a close, Bemidji State cut the deficit to five points, ending
the quarter trailing 22-17.

The Beavers began the second quarter with consecutive scores from Plasch, who
drained a three-pointer at 8:57 and followed with a layup, tying the game at 22.
Eppinga then added a jumper, but the Jimmies responded with a layup from Hali Savela
and a 3-pointer from Haidyn Crockett, pulling ahead 29–27.

The teams exchanged leads, with the Beavers briefly reclaiming the advantage on
Bolte’s 3-pointer at 5:55. However, Jamestown’s Jessika Lofstrom hit a 3-pointer at
4:42, and the visitors extended their lead to 35–29 following a jumper by Lofstrom.
Despite the Beavers’ defensive efforts, the quarter closed with Jamestown holding a
narrow 35–29 lead.

The Beavers began the third quarter aiming to make up ground but faced a challenging
stretch as the Jimmies expanded their lead with a series of critical plays. Despite
trailing, Plasch made crucial contributions, including a successful layup and free
throws early in the quarter, helping the team cut into the deficit. Eppinga’s
3-pointer at 4:54 brought the Beavers closer, narrowing the margin momentarily.

As the quarter progressed, the Jimmies capitalized on opportunities inside the paint
and maintained pressure with a strong showing from beyond the arc. The Beavers
continued to battle, with Sam Veto hitting a late 3-pointer to keep the score
competitive. However, Jamestown’s late scoring run, capped by a Lofstrom 3-pointer,
extended its lead. The quarter concluded with Bemidji State trailing 58–48.

Bemidji State made a concerted effort to narrow Jamestown’s lead in the fourth
quarter. Plasch contributed with a layup and a free throw to bring the score to
61-51. Despite turnovers, the Beavers kept the pressure with Eppinga hitting a
3-pointer at the 2:10 mark, trimming the deficit to 69-58.

MaCee Linow’s successful layup and free throw further reduced the gap to 65-55.
However, the Jimmies capitalized on turnovers and free throw opportunities to
maintain their advantage. Plasch’s late 3-pointer closed the gap slightly, but the
quarter ended with the Jimmies leading 75-63, giving them a narrow 17-15 advantage
in the final quarter.

Plasch led the scoring for the Beavers with 23 points, hitting 8 of 15 field goal
attempts and adding six rebounds. Eppinga contributed 15 points, connecting on three
3-pointers and collecting five rebounds. Liddie provided defensive support with two
blocks while adding four points. Bolte chipped in with six points, making two shots
from beyond the arc.

Bemidji St. has a record of 8-16 overall and 5-15 in NSIC play. Jamestown holds a
record of 7-17 overall and also 5-15 in NSIC competition.

In their next game, the Beavers will travel to face Minnesota State University
Moorhead on Thursday, Feb. 19. The matchup is set to tip off at 5:30 p.m.