Carson- In a commanding performance, The Cal State Dominguez Hills Toros secured an 81-54 victory over the San Francisco State Gators, showcasing their skill in a game that highlighted both their offensive and defensive strengths.
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The win improves the Toros' record to 12-11 overall and 9-8 in CCAA, while San Francisco State falls to 5-17, 4-13 in conference play.
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The game began competitively, with the Toros establishing a narrow 18-15 lead by the end of the first quarter. Their slight edge set the tone for the first half, as they managed to extend their lead to 32-28 by halftime, thanks to consistent play and strategic execution on both ends of the floor.
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However, it was in the second half that the Toros truly distanced themselves from the Gators. Outscoring San Francisco State 21-10 in the third quarter, CSUDH capitalized on their momentum, demonstrating their ability to dominate both offensively and defensively.
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The Toros success continued into the fourth quarter, where they erupted for 28 points while holding the Gators to just 16, sealing the emphatic 81-54 victory.
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Nala Williams led the scoring for the Toros, putting up 15 points in just 16 minutes. Her efficient shooting day (4-8 FG, 1-2 3PT) was complemented by a perfect 6-6 from the free-throw line, alongside seven rebounds, two assists, and two steals.
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Asia Jordan, demonstrating her skills on both ends of the floor, contributed 14 points on 7-13 shooting and dominated the boards with 11 rebounds. Jordan's ability to control the paint while contributing two assists and a steal showcased her versatility and importance to the team's success.
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Amaya Snowden added a crucial 11 points in 26 minutes, including a perfect 1-1 from beyond the arc and 2-2 from the charity stripe. her contribution was not just in scoring but also in facilitating the offense, evidenced by her three assists and six rebounds.
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Joe'l Benoit, another key contributor, efficiently scored 10 points in 19 minutes, making 3-4 shots from the field and 4-4 at the free-throw line. Her performance provided a spark off the bench for the Toros.
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The Toros are home next week as they host Cal State San Marcos Thursday, February 15
th at 5:30pm.
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