MILWAUKEE, Wis. - The Beloit College women's basketball team earned a decisive 64-48 win over Mount Mary University on Monday afternoon at the Bloechl Center, snapping their recent losing streak. Despite their 1-11 (0-3 MWC) season record, the Buccaneers showed impressive dominance throughout the game.

Hailey Johnson (South Milwaukee, Wis.) led the charge for Beloit with a stellar performance, scoring a career-high 25 points on efficient 10-15 shooting, including 2-4 from three-point range. Johnson's all-around game was on full display as she also contributed 9 rebounds, 3 blocks, and 3 steals.

The Buccaneers established control early, jumping out to a 13-3 lead in the first quarter thanks to strong defensive efforts that held Mount Mary (5-8) to 0% shooting from the field. While Mount Mary showed signs of life in the second quarter, outscoring Beloit 21-14, the Buccaneers maintained their composure and never relinquished the lead.

Angela Donath (Wausau, Wis.) provided a crucial spark off the bench, also scoring a career-high 14 points on perfect 5-5 shooting. Hadja Bayo (Round Rock, Texas) dominated the glass with 11 rebounds, while Johanna McNair (Fishers, Ind.) contributed a solid all-around game with 7 points and 9 rebounds.

The Buccaneers showcased their superiority in several key areas, out-rebounding the Blue Angels 54-29 and scoring 36 points in the paint compared to Mount Mary's 16. Beloit's bench also outperformed their counterparts, contributing 24 points to Mount Mary's 12.

Shooting efficiency proved to be a key factor in the victory, with Beloit shooting 42.1% from the field compared to Mount Mary's 25.4%. The Buccaneers' defense was particularly effective, forcing 20 turnovers and converting them into 26 points.

The Bucs head back into MWC play in the new year, visiting the Ripon Red Hawks on January 4th. Tip off from Weiske Gymnasium is set for 1 pm.