ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Interstat) — The Michigan women’s basketball team opened its season with a dominant 100-40 victory over Canisius on Tuesday night at Crisler Center, showcasing a stifling defensive performance that overwhelmed the visiting Golden Griffins from the opening tip.

In front of a crowd of 2,881, the Wolverines forced a staggering 43 turnovers, converting them into a relentless offensive attack that never relented. The 60-point margin of victory underscored a complete performance by the home team, which led 23-14 after the first quarter, extended the advantage to 51-26 by halftime, and held a 79-32 lead heading into the final period.

Michigan’s defense was the story of the game, recording 25 steals and limiting Canisius to just 12 made field goals on 31 attempts. The Golden Griffins’ offensive struggles were quantified by an offensive rating of 51.3 points per 100 possessions, a figure dwarfed by Michigan’s efficient 120.5 offensive rating. The Wolverines also dominated the glass, securing 16 offensive rebounds to Canisius’ six, which led to numerous second-chance opportunities.

The offensive effort for Michigan was balanced and efficient. Mila Holloway led all scorers with 21 points, adding five rebounds and a game-high eight assists in just 25 minutes. Olivia Olson provided a potent inside presence, scoring 18 points, while Te’Yala Delfosse and Ashley Sofilkanich each chipped in 14 points. Delfosse filled the stat sheet with six rebounds and two assists, and Sofilkanich grabbed five rebounds.

Brooke Q. Daniels orchestrated the offense with precision, dishing out six assists to go along with four points and four rebounds. Syla Swords added nine points and three rebounds in a well-rounded team effort. The Wolverines shot 41 for 79 from the floor and shared the ball effectively, finishing with 25 assists on their 41 made baskets.

Canisius, which fell to 0-1, was led by Shariah Gailes, a 6-foot guard from Brooklyn, Ohio, who pulled down nine rebounds and scored four points. Mary Copple, from Brighton, Michigan, scored a team-high eight points. The Golden Griffins’ offense was crippled by the constant pressure, managing only three assists as a team against the 43 turnovers.

The game’s trajectory was set early. After Canisius scored the first basket, Michigan responded with a 12-0 run, fueled by its defensive intensity. The Wolverines consistently generated steals and easy transition baskets, building a double-digit lead in the first quarter that only expanded as the game progressed. By the time the final buzzer sounded, Michigan had more than doubled Canisius’ score, a testament to its control in every facet of the game.

According to Interstat’s ELO system, Michigan was projected with a 99.70 percent probability to win, a forecast that proved accurate on a night where the Wolverines looked every bit the superior team.

Michigan opens the season 1-0 and will next host Harvard on Sunday. Canisius will look to rebound when it hosts Eastern Michigan on Friday.