Ohio 53, at Xavier 74

CINCINNATI (Interstat) — In a commanding display of efficiency and defense, the Xavier women’s basketball team secured a decisive 74-53 victory over the visiting Ohio Bobcats on Thursday night at Cintas Center. The Musketeers improved their season record to 3-2, while the Bobcats fell to an even 2-2. Xavier established control early, outscoring Ohio 17-14 in the first quarter and extending the lead to 35-23 by halftime. The Musketeers’ offensive execution proved superior throughout the contest, as they scored their 74 points on just 68 possessions, translating to an impressive offensive rating of 109.3. Ohio, by contrast, managed only 53… Read more...