Granville, Ohio – Taking the second game of the year from the Big Red, the Oberlin College women's basketball team defeated Denison 64-57 on Wednesday night. The Crimson and Gold improve to 12-10 on the season and 6-5 in the NCAC.
 
Camille Zinaich and Angela Kumler had incredible nights on offense, dropping 21 and 20 points, respectively. Zinaich added another nine rebounds and three assists, while Kumler dished out three assists, seven rebounds, and four blocks.
 
Krystal Montas bolstered he defense with three steals and five rebounds, paired with Lily Najmulski's four rebounds.
 
It was perfectly even throughout the first and second quarter, tied at 31-31 by halftime. Oberlin maintained a balanced offense as well, but locked in to hold Denison to .333 from the field in the second quarter.
 
While the team's went back-and-forth, Zinaich's layup in the final second of the first quarter gave the Yeowomen a boost of moment for the next period. A triple from Gabby Peña-Hilzen set the tone for second quarter, catapulting Oberlin to a lead as great as five.
 
The Yeowomen continued to outplay the Big Red in the third quarter, where Zinaich tallied eight of Oberlin's 15 points. With a 46-42 lead heading into the fourth, Kumler went 2-2 from the charity stripe to extend the team's lead. While the Big Red stayed within striking distance, the Crimson and Gold never faltered and maintained their lead through the final buzzer.
 
Completing a clean sweep of Denison this season, Oberlin returns to the court on Saturday, February 15 when they celebrate their graduating class for Senior Day. The NCAC matchup against Wittenberg is set for 2 p.m., while senior celebrations will begin prior to the tip-off.

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