Considering the competition, it hasn’t all been pretty for Colorado women’s basketball through the first two games of a new era. However, the Buffs got the job done against the Northern Colorado Bears in their home opener on Thursday, securing an 81-66 win.
It was forward Jade Masogayo’s turn to lead the way offensively. The Missouri State transfer collected 19 points on 8-for-12 shooting and five assists in 22 minutes. Fellow forward Nyamer Diew added 14 points while guard Johanna Teder logged 10.
Colorado, which improved to 2-0, moved the ball effectively all night against the Bears, racking up 26 total assists. Senior guard Kindyll Wetta was responsible for 10 of those herself, taking her leadership role head-on with the Buffs still missing the services of injured guard Frida Formann.
“Kindyll’s always been someone that was completely trustworthy,” head coach JR Payne said. “We’re really asking her to be a more aggressive offensive weapon… The 10 assists, I think it comes from her being aggressive.”
After Colorado jumped out to a 12-2 lead, Northern Colorado hung around until the end. CU had its fair share of miscues — 16 turnovers and 18 personal fouls — and shot 43.3% in the second half, but a well-rounded offensive approach dimmed the Bears’ hopes of an upset.
The Buffs will not have much time to rest, as the Boise State Broncos (1-0) lie ahead on Sunday. Tip off from ExtraMile Arena in Boise is set for 2 p.m. MT.
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