ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Augsburg University fell to Hamline University 75-55 in a Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference women's basketball game on Wednesday at Hutton Arena. The Auggies were led by 24 points in the paint and 19 points off the bench, but struggled with 28 turnovers. The Pipers capitalized on these mistakes, scoring 26 points off turnovers and maintaining a consistent lead throughout the contest.

THE BASICS
FINAL SCORE: Hamline 75, Augsburg 55
LOCATION: Hutton Arena, St. Paul, Minn.
RECORDS: Augsburg 5-11 overall (2-7 MIAC), Hamline 13-3 overall (7-2 MIAC)

GAME RECAP
The game opened with Augsburg taking an early 2-0 lead with a layup by Jada Stanford at 7:33, assisted by Lani Fonoti. With 10 points and six rebounds, this marked Stanford's sixth double-figure scoring game of the season, and fifth in her last seven games. Augsburg briefly held the advantage, but turnovers impeded their momentum, allowing Hamline to gain control. Despite a 3-pointer by Sydney Hazuga at 4:45, Augsburg trailed due to Hamline's efficient scoring and a series of fastbreak opportunities. Hazuga scored a team-high 19 points with three steals, her fifth double-figure scoring effort of the season and fourth in her last six games. The quarter concluded with Augsburg narrowing the deficit with a layup by Melanie Delestrez in the final second, ending the quarter down 20-10.

Augsburg found themselves trailing early in the second quarter as Hamline extended their lead to 25–10 following a 3-pointer by Emma Lamppa at 9:43. Despite Saylor Gallagher's efforts in the paint, scoring a layup at 8:33 and contributing defensively with several rebounds, Augsburg struggled to close the gap. Gallagher's 15-point, seven-rebound, three-assist performance marked her 11th double-figure scoring game of the season and sixth in her last seven games. Hazuga provided a brief spark with a successful 3-pointer assisted by Delestrez at 1:39, narrowing the deficit slightly. However, Hamline's consistent scoring, including a late 3-pointer by Lamppa and a fast-break layup by Josie Schmidt, widened the margin. Hamline dominated the second quarter, scoring 20 points to Augsburg's 9, and the quarter concluded with the Auggies trailing 40-19.

Augsburg showed resilience in the third quarter, highlighted by Gallagher's offensive contributions, including a three-point play at 7:55 and a subsequent three-pointer with 52 seconds remaining. Despite several turnovers, Augsburg managed to maintain pressure, with Delestrez adding a key layup and steal, helping Augsburg stay competitive. Hamline responded effectively, maintaining their lead with contributions from their bench, and the quarter concluded with the Pipers ahead 57–34.

Augsburg initiated a comeback effort in the fourth quarter with a quick surge, highlighted by Tyliah Frazier's two free throws and a subsequent layup by Stanford at 8:50, reducing the deficit. Despite Augsburg's attempts to close the gap, the Pipers maintained control, countering with key points in the paint and converting on second-chance opportunities. Augsburg's efforts included a late three-pointer from Hazuga at 1:22, but they could not overcome the deficit. The game concluded with Hamline securing a victory, 75-55.

AUGSBURG PLAYER HIGHLIGHTS
• Sydney Hazuga: 19 points, 3 3-pointers, 3 steals  
• Saylor Gallagher: 15 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists  
• Jada Stanford: 10 points, 6 rebounds  
• Tyliah Frazier 3 steals, 4 points  

HAMLINE PLAYER HIGHLIGHTS
• Emma Lamppa: 11 points, 3 3-pointers  
• Anna Rynkiewich: 8 points, 8 rebounds  
• Josie Schmidt: 10 points, 4 steals  
• Josie Wiebusch: 9 points, 2 steals  

UP NEXT
• Looking ahead, Augsburg University will host Gustavus Adolphus College in an MIAC contest on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m. at Si Melby Hall in Minneapolis.