DELAWARE, Ohio – The 11th/10th-ranked Ohio Wesleyan women's basketball team welcomed Wooster to Branch Rickey Arena on Saturday, looking to build on back-to-back victories and ignite a new winning streak in the final stretch of the regular season. It was a back-and-forth affair early, but the Battling Bishops created separation in the third quarter, outscoring Wooster 19-10 over the frame to lift the squad over the Fighting Scots, 68-57.

Ohio Wesleyan advances to an impressive 20-2 overall, and moves to 11-1 within the NCAC. Wooster drops to 10-13, with a 2-10 mark in conference play.

Prior to the game, seniors Kendall Dieringer, Alyssa Griner, Mia Guscoff, Alexandria Magers, Katie Neuhart, and Carly Lehman were recognized for their contributions to the program. The group led the Bishops to three consecutive NCAA tournament appearances, including a sweet sixteen appearance in 2025.

The familiar foes traded buckets in the opening minutes, but the Red and Black struggled to connect from three early on. The squad shot just 1-for-6 from behind the arc, and ultimately trailed Wooster 16-15 at the end of the first. In the second quarter, the Bishop defense found their footing, as they held Wooster to just eight points total. Maddie Ebbert took over in the period, pouring in eight points to propel the Red and Black to a five-point lead heading into the intermission.

The Bishops came out of the locker room with a bang, as they started the third quarter with a 11-2 run to quickly create a double-digit lead. The squad continued to widen the gap throughout the period, stretching the margin to as many as 16 points before heading into the final frame with a commanding 48-34 lead. Wooster attempted to chip away at the deficit in the final quarter, but the Bishop defense held firm. The Scots could pull no closer than 11 as Ohio Wesleyan cruised to a 68-57 victory.

THE NUMBERS
The Bishops shot 38.6% from the field, going 27-for-70. The squad went 12-of-19 from the free throw line. 

Maddie Ebbert led the way with 14 points, six rebounds, four assists, and three steals. 

Alyssa Griner also poured in 14 points, while adding nine rebounds and two steals. She is now just eight points away from becoming the 21st player in Ohio Wesleyan women's basketball history to score 1000 career points.

Macy Miller finished with eight points and six rebounds. 

Katie Neuhart added six points and five rebounds. 

Kendall Dieringer had six points, three assists, and two rebounds.

Nora Johns scored six points, dished out two assists, and grabbed two rebounds.

Claire Wakim tallied four points, going 2-for-3 from the field. 

Carly Lehman recorded three points after knocking down a triple, while adding five rebounds and two assists. 

Bella Brader finished with three points, courtesy of a three.

Alexandria Magers and Grace Heliger each scored two points.

Mia Guscoff grabbed three rebounds. 

UP NEXT
The Bishops hit the road on Wednesday as they travel to DePauw for an evening matchup with the Tigers. Tipoff is scheduled for 6 p.m.