Written by: Clayton Hashley
 
Kirkland, Wash. – Northwest University (0-1) lost their season opener against Montana State Northern (2-0) with a score of 64-57.
 
The Eagles got off to a slow offensive start, scoring only five points in the first quarter. In the second quarter, after going down 8-23, the Eagles found their scoring touch, rattling off 13 straight points to bring the game within two points. In the fourth quarter, a layup from Northwest's Miranda Langenhorst brought the Eagles to within one point, but the Skylights continued to hold their lead for the rest of the game to win by seven points.
 
Grace Meza was the Eagles' top scorer, with 15 points, including four three pointers. She also added four steals and four assists, with no turnovers. Andie Kristinat and Ellesse Fitzgerald also added nine points apiece. Miranda Langenhorst provided energy in the paint with 8 points and 11 rebounds for the Eagles.
 
The Eagles struggled with turnovers in the game, getting 24 total and giving up 29 points off turnovers.
 
Northwest head coach Ken Crawford commented, "This was a game with three chapters tonight—a disappointing beginning, an inspired comeback and a tired ending . . . that would explain our game.  We will look to improve . . . and with needing to play so many young players, we are confident that the improvement will be quick."