Northeastern Junior College Women's Basketball Triumphs in Pre-Season Encounter

In an exhilarating pre-season basketball face-off, the Northeastern Junior College Plainswomen secured a victory against the Fort Hays Tech Northwest Tigers with a score of 73-36. The game took place on November 11, 2025, at the Bank of Colorado Event Center, marking a crucial moment early in the season for the Plainswomen. The Plainswomen exhibited a solid performance right from the start, leading by 34-21 at halftime. Daniela Garcia Gasco shone as the DDC Player of the Game, scoring 23 points and contributing significantly to the team's overall scores, assists (4), and rebounds (12). Other key players included Yaly Ben Harush and Maria Rodriguez Esparza, who both contributed 12 points each. On the defensive side, Veronica Baray led the steals with 3, adding to the team's strong defensive play. Maintaining the energy till the end of the game, the Plainswomen demonstrated resilience and teamwork as praised by their coach, who expressed pride in the team's ability to maintain their energy and secure the win. As they prepare for their next game against the same opponent, Fort Hays Tech Northwest, in Goodland, KS, the Plainswomen will look to build on this momentum. The next match is crucial as the team currently holds a record of 1-2 early in the season.