Written by: Clayton Hashley
 
Kirkland, Wash. – Northwest University (3-9, 0-2 CCC) lost at home to Pacific Lutheran University (4-2, 1-1) on Saturday night with a final score of 67-58.
 
Miranda Langenhorst controlled the middle for the Eagles, with 10 points, 12 rebounds, and four blocks, on 5-7 shooting. Alyx Fast added 11 points, and Grace Meza added eight points and four assists.
 
The Lutes could not be contained in the middle, scoring 40 points in the paint to the Eagles' 24. They enjoyed a 34-22 lead at half and never lost their lead in the game. They were led by Madison Salisbury's 20-point, 10-rebound effort.
 
Northwest head coach Ken Crawford commented, "The Lady Eagles mounted a strong comeback bid against PLU tonight but came up short. Once again, a slow start hurt us, and we found ourselves having to climb out of the hole that was of our own doing. It has been a frustrating stretch for us, but we continue to learn how to play at this level with more consistency and efficiency."