SAULT STE. MARIE, MI: Walsh's five game winning streak was snapped on Monday afternoon in a non-conference contest at Lake Superior State University. Having not lost a game since November 22nd, the Cavs looked to continue their winning ways in their final trip of the 2025 calendar year. GLIAC member, Lake Superior State had different plans when they welcomed the Maroon and Gold.
The Lakers took the lead from the tip and never looked back. From the beginning, Lake Superior State controlled the game, starting on a 7-0 run, on their way to 24 first quarter points. The Walsh defense struggled as the home team made four 3s and shot 50% from the floor in the opening segment. Finally settling in during the second quarter, the Cavs kept the Lakers at bay, playing a more even contest. The Women were down 8 points at the break.
After halftime is when Walsh started to chip away clawing back to just four down. The defensive intensity kicked up as LSSU totaled 28 turnovers to the Cavs 10. The Maroon and Gold were able to turn the steals into points scoring 29 total points of turnovers in the game. With a minute to play, the Cavaliers were within two points but could not connect on anything to earn a lead or tie the game.
Lake Superior was 23 for 33 from the foul line. Walsh was 7 for 13.
The Cavs will continue their Michigan trip on Wednesday as they play at Saginaw Valley State.
LOCATION: James Norris Center
SCORE: LSSU 65 - WU 59
RECORDS: LSSU 1-7 (0-2), WU 8-3 (4-0)
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