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Drake Women

03-13 09:30

81 - 55

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The Drake Bulldogs women's basketball team put on a defensive clinic, cruising to an emphatic 81-55 victory over the Valparaiso Beacons in a Missouri Valley Conference clash on March 13, 2026. At the Knapp Center in Des Moines, Drake used a stifling defensive performance in the second and third quarters to break the game wide open, holding Valparaiso to just 28 points during that decisive stretch. The win strengthens Drake's hold on a top conference seed as they build momentum heading into the postseason. The first quarter was relatively competitive, with Valparaiso matching Drake's intensity early. However, the Bulldogs turned up the pressure in the second period, employing a trapping zone defense that completely disrupted the Beacons' offensive flow. Drake forced a string of shot-clock violations and live-ball turnovers, which they converted into easy fast-break points. By halftime, the lead had ballooned to 25 points, and the outcome was never in doubt. The Bulldogs' star forward dominated inside, recording a double-double, while the guard play was efficient and unselfish. A key focus was Drake's depth, as their bench contributed significant minutes and production, allowing the starters to stay fresh for the tougher games ahead. Valparaiso's leading scorer was held well below her season average, a testament to the Bulldogs' focused defensive game plan. There were no major incidents, as Drake managed the game professionally from start to finish. This victory improves Drake's conference record to 15-2, keeping them in the hunt for the regular-season title, while Valparaiso's struggles continue near the bottom of the standings. "Our defensive energy in the second quarter set the tone for the entire game," said the Drake head coach. "We communicated well and executed the game plan perfectly." The Valparaiso coach conceded, "Drake is an elite team. Their defense took us out of everything we wanted to do, and we have to be better at handling that pressure."

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The Drake Women vs Valparaiso Women fixture is part of the WNCAA during the season. Follow live scores, WNCAA fixtures, match statistics, WNCAA standings and WNCAA match results for Drake Women vs Valparaiso Women on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Mar 13, 2026

Competition: WNCAA

Country: United States

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