BARTLESVILLE, Okla. - After both teams were even in the opening half, Bethel was outscored by three points in the second half as they fell 63-60. 

The Threshers led by two after one quarter of play as Jasmine Peete and Caryn Yoder combined for 13 of Bethel's 17 points.

Bethel had their largest lead of the contest early in the second quarter when they led by seven points. Oklahoma Wesleyan outscored Bethel by two points in the quarter to even up the contest heading into the intermission. 

Halfway through the third quarter OKWU was able to build up the largest lead for either team of nine points, 39-30. The Threshers closed out the quarter on a 15-8 run getting within two as the two squads entered the final ten minutes of play.

The Eagles were able to build their lead back up to seven points early in the final frame. The Threshers tried to rally back, but were not able to get closer than two points as they fell 63-60.

Key Statistic

Bethel shot over 66.7% from three point range in the third quarter to keep themselves in the contest entering the final frame.

By The Numbers

Eight Threshers scored in the loss led by Caryn Yoder who finished with 17 points. Josie Stupey and Troi Lucas finished with 11 points while Jasmine Peete finished with 10.
 
Bethel controlled the glass pulling in 32 boards to OKWU's 27. 

The points in the paint battle was deadlocked at 34.

Both teams finished with 11 turnovers, Bethel had two more points off of turnovers than Oklahoma Wesleyan.

Jaycee Freshour had her second straight game with 10 rebounds.

Thresher Leaders
 
Points: Caryn Yoder (17)
 
Rebounds: Jaycee Freshour (10)
 
Assists: Josie Stupey (5)
 
Steals: Parker Schroeder (2)
 
Blocks: Jaycee Freshour (3)
 
Next Up
 
The Threshers will be back in action on Saturday, January 28th as they return home to host the Ottawa Braves with tip-off scheduled for 3:00 PM.