Boise State opens season with 84-48 rout of Bushnell
Guard CJ Latta hit seven 3-pointers as the Broncos forced 26 turnovers and dominated the rebounding battle in their season opener.
By Enzo Conti ·
Boise State women’s basketball defeated Bushnell 84-48 on Monday morning to start its season.
The Broncos controlled the contest through aggressive defense and rebounding, forcing 26 turnovers and securing 23 offensive rebounds. Guard CJ Latta led the team with 21 points, converting seven of her eight attempts from beyond the arc. The squad finished the game with 11 made 3-pointers.
Latta credited her teammates for the high scoring output. “I felt very confident out there with my teammates,” Latta said. “We love to share the ball with each other, that’s the reason we scored 84 tonight. But I think that is exactly what Bronco basketball is, sharing the ball very well. It meant a lot for me to play in my hometown again.”
Boise State built its lead early. The team collected 11 offensive rebounds in the first quarter, generating eight second-chance points. Mason Borcherding scored twice off those boards, while Latta added two 3-pointers. Kenna Garza finished the quarter with a layup, giving the Broncos a 16-10 lead.
The Broncos extended their advantage in the second quarter with a 14-0 run between 7:02 and 3:59. Boise State made six consecutive field goals during that stretch. Keirra Thompson recorded three steals as the team forced 10 turnovers and five steals in the quarter. The Broncos entered halftime leading 38-21.
Boise State opened the third quarter with another 14-0 run. The team held Bushnell scoreless from 5:19 until 1:10, pushing the lead to 33 points. Latta made four 3-pointers in the period. The Broncos outscored the Beacons 25-12 in the quarter, carrying a 63-33 lead into the final period.
The game remained out of reach in the fourth quarter. Boise State grabbed 16 rebounds, including seven on the offensive end, while committing only one turnover. Izzie Harms and Milly Sharp added late baskets as the Broncos outscored Bushnell 21-15. Head coach Gordy Presnell praised Latta’s shooting, noting she did a nice job when the team struggled. “I was really pumped for CJ to come in and hit seven threes,” Presnell said. “We have a lot to work on, and a lot to look forward to for Friday.” The Broncos will host Portland State at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6.
Source: The Arbiter (Boise State)
