KEARNEY, Neb. – Northern State overcame a slow start, built a double-digit lead, and then were unable to hold off Missouri Western State in women’s basketball action on Friday afternoon.

The Wolves dropped a 68-65 non-conference decision after owning an 11-point second-half lead.

NSU trailed at the half before opening the third quarter on a 12-1 run, eventually scored 27 points in the period However, the Wolves managed just nine points in the final 10 minutes.

Reagan Rus and Brooklyn Holmberg each scored 14 points to lead a balanced Northern attack. Lily Klein added eight points and 15 rebounds, and freshman Addie Neuendorf finished with seven points.

The Wolves are back at it today taking on Nebraska-Kearney at 3.

To see a complete box score, click on the following link:

https://nsuwolves.com/sports/womens-basketball/stats/2026-27/missouri-western-state/boxscore/14800