Bonnie Deas stars in overtime as Australians impress across NCAA women\u2019s basketball on November 11<\/p>\n
Freshman Bonnie Deas continued her outstanding start to college basketball, powering Arkansas to an 89\u201377 overtime win against Central Arkansas. <\/p>\n
The star Melbourne guard logged a season-high 37 minutes, finishing with a double-double \u2014 18 points, 12 rebounds, two assists, and two steals \u2014 while shooting 5-from-15 from the field (33.3%), including a 1-from-1 threes and 7-of-9 from the line (77.8%). <\/p>\n
Central Arkansas 77 \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa Arkansas 89<\/p>\n
Deas was instrumental in overtime, maintaining composure at the stripe and on the boards, showing maturity beyond her freshman status.<\/p>\n
Season to Date (through Nov 11)<\/p>\n
Games: 3 \u2502 Points: 18.3 ppg \u2502 Rebounds: 9.3 rpg \u2502 Assists: 3.7 apg \u2502 Steals: 2.0 spgFG%: 38.7 \u2502 3PT%: 46.7 \u2502 FT%: 86.7<\/p>\n
Deas has opened her freshman campaign with remarkable poise and consistency, scoring in double figures in all three games and averaging nearly a double-double. Her mix of scoring punch, rebounding toughness, and composure under pressure is quickly making her a key two-way contributor in the Razorbacks\u2019 rotation.<\/p>\n
Jacksonville 55 \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa Florida 100<\/p>\n
Freshman Melbourne guard Emilija Dakic added steady minutes in Florida\u2019s 100\u201355 win over Jacksonville, contributing two points, a rebound, and an assist in 13 minutes off the bench. She shot 1-from-3 from the field (33.3%), missed both three-point attempts, and did not attempt a free throw. Dakic has featured in all three games to open her freshman season, showing glimpses of her playmaking instincts and defensive awareness. While still finding her shooting rhythm, she continues to settle into Florida\u2019s perimeter rotation and gain valuable early experience in SEC competition.<\/p>\n
Lamar 61 \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa Kansas State 89<\/p>\n
Senior guard Tess Heal produced a steady all-around performance in Kansas State\u2019s 89\u201361 win over Lamar, contributing across multiple categories in her 20 minutes on the floor. Heal, from Melbourne, tallied seven points, five rebounds, and two assists, shooting 1-from-3 from the field (33.3%) and 5-of-7 from the free-throw line (71.4%). Heal provided composure and physicality in the backcourt, helping the Wildcats control tempo and maintain offensive flow. Heal\u2019s senior leadership has been evident early, contributing solid minutes in all three wins to open Kansas State\u2019s season. Her poise, rebounding presence, and ability to draw contact have added stability to the Wildcats\u2019 perimeter rotation as she continues to expand her impact on both ends of the floor.<\/p>\n
Furman vs \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa Vanderbilt <\/p>\n
Freshman Monique Williams hasn’t played this season.<\/p>\n
Montana 56 \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa Washington 87<\/p>\n
Freshman Sienna Harvey experienced her first challenging outing of the season but still made solid contributions as Washington defeated Montana 87\u201356. In 22 minutes, the Geelong guard recorded nine points, six rebounds, and an assist, shooting 2-from-14 from the field (14.3%), 1-from-4 from three (25.0%), and a perfect 4-of-4 from the line. Despite a cold shooting night, Harvey remained active on the glass and composed at the stripe, showing maturity in adapting when her shot wasn\u2019t falling. <\/p>\n
Harvey\u2019s transition to Division I has been impressive, averaging double figures through her first two games. After a sharp debut, she battled through a tough shooting night against Montana but continued to impact the game through rebounding and free-throw reliability. Her confidence and aggression early in her freshman year suggest she\u2019ll remain a key offensive weapon for the Huskies.<\/p>\n
Airforce 49 \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa Oregon State 60<\/p>\n
Senior centre Lizzy Williamson provided an efficient spark off the bench in Oregon State\u2019s win, contributing four points and five rebounds (four defensive) in 15 minutes. The Australian veteran shot 2-from-2 from the field (100%), added a steal and a block, and committed no turnovers or fouls, making the most of her limited court time with steady inside play and defensive presence. While Freshman guard Keira Lindemans logged eight minutes, pulling down two boards. Though she went scoreless on 0-from-2 shooting (0-from-1 from three), Lindemans continued to show composure and activity off the bench in her early collegiate minutes.<\/p>\n
Freshman Katelyn Field didn’t play.<\/p>\n
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