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Defensive Struggle Defines Tight Contest (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Las Vegas – Colorado State seized control in the fourth quarter to defeat Air Force 56-42 and capture the Mountain West Conference women’s basketball tournament championship Tuesday night at the Thomas & Mack Center.[1][2]
Defensive Struggle Defines Tight Contest
The championship game showcased gritty defense from both sides early on. Colorado State, the No. 3 seed with a 27-7 record, jumped to a 17-14 lead after the first quarter. Air Force responded strongly in the second, outscoring the Rams 12-9 to tie the game at 26-26 heading into halftime.[3]
The third quarter remained close, with Colorado State edging ahead 8-6 for a slim 34-32 advantage. Both teams struggled offensively, combining for just 14 points in that period. Air Force shot only 27 percent from the field overall, while Colorado State managed 44 percent but relied heavily on free throws.[1]
| Quarter | Air Force | Colorado State |
|---|---|---|
| First | 14 | 17 |
| Second | 12 | 9 |
| Third | 6 | 8 |
| Fourth | 10 | 22 |
The Rams’ players logged heavy minutes, with seven exceeding 36, highlighting their depth in a low-scoring affair.[4]
Stars Shine Amid Foul Trouble
Brooke Carlson led Colorado State with 17 points, converting 9 of 12 free throws despite a 4-for-15 field goal effort. Madelyn Bragg added 15 points on efficient 7-of-8 shooting from the floor. Kloe Froebe contributed 9 points and a game-high 10 rebounds, while Marta Leimane dished out 4 assists.[1][2]
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Author : Matthias Binder
Publish date : 2026-03-11 20:10:00
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