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Cornell Holds Off Canisius for 64-61 Win
By Megan McCarthy
ITHACA, New York — Cornell closed out a 64-61 victory over Canisius on Nov. 13 at Newman Arena, improving to 2-2 and handing the Golden Griffins their first loss of the season.
Clarke Jackson led the Big Red with 16 points and six rebounds, while Rachel Kaus added 14 points. Chen contributed eight points as Cornell never trailed after halftime.
The game featured seven lead changes and six ties, but Cornell found separation in the final two minutes. Molly Mescall tied the game at 59-59 with 1:54 remaining, setting up a tense finish in Ithaca.
Grace Renner gave Cornell the lead for good with an offensive-rebound putback, making it 61-59. Chen then sealed the result at the free-throw line, hitting two free throws with 15 seconds left to make it 64-59.
Cornell shot 40.4 percent from the field and made 15-of-21 free throws. The Big Red’s ability to hold the lead through the second half proved decisive after a back-and-forth contest.
Maria Sanchez Pitarch led Canisius with 11 points, while Shariah Gailes recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Canisius fell to 2-1 despite staying within one possession down the stretch.
The victory marked Cornell’s fourth consecutive win over Canisius, extending its recent run in the series. Cornell’s late execution at the line and on the offensive glass made the difference in a game neither team could pull away from until the final minute.
Megan McCarthy
Women’s College Basketball, The Library Media
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