CHICO, CA – Menlo Women's Basketball faced a tough road game against Chico State, concluding with a challenging 67-86 loss. This game marks Menlo's third strong Division II competition as the Oaks continue to show their resilience and tenacity on the court in this historic season.
Oak Standouts
Despite the final score, several Menlo players made notable contributions.
Frisch on Fire
Alberte Frisch demonstrated remarkable skill and assertiveness in Menlo's game against Chico State, scoring a total of 28 points. Her shooting accuracy, particularly from beyond the arc, was outstanding, as she made 6 of her 8 three-point attempts, reflecting her high level of confidence on the court. In addition to her scoring, Frisch contributed defensively with a steal and a block, showing her ability to impact the game on both ends. She also recorded two rebounds, one offensive and one defensive. Her presence on the floor was pivotal, not only as a leading scorer but as a consistent threat that kept Chico State's defense on alert throughout her 28 minutes of play?.
Overall, Menlo was not afraid to shoot the ball but finished the game with a 32% shooting rate from the field and 28% from beyond the arc. The Oaks capitalized on 25 points off Chico's turnovers and managed 28 rebounds but were outmatched by Chico State's 51 total rebounds, emphasizing the Wildcats' control of the boards. Menlo also generated points in the paint, but Chico's interior defense proved challenging to overcome.
Up Next…
The Oaks remain determined as they navigate their first DII season, demonstrating strong individual and collective efforts. Menlo Women's Basketball is eager to host their home opener on Saturday, November 16th at 2pm inside Haynes-Prim Pavilion for another non-conference matchup against the Seawolves of Sonoma State.
