The Green Bay Phoenix secured a share of the Horizon League Regular Season title Saturday with a hard-fought 54-51 road win against the Youngstown State Penguins. The victory similarly clinched the No. 1 seed for the Phoenix in the upcoming tournament.
A Close Contest
Jenna Guyer’s three-pointer with 16 seconds remaining proved to be the decisive moment in a back-and-forth game. Guyer led the Phoenix (20-5, 15-0) with 16 points, seven rebounds, and four assists. Meghan Schultz contributed 14 points, even as Kamy Peppler added seven points, five assists, and two steals.
Green Bay jumped to an early lead, going on a 5-0 run in the first quarter to extend their advantage to 19-11. After maintaining a narrow lead through the second quarter, entering halftime with a 32-31 edge, the Phoenix faced a challenge in the third. Youngstown State briefly took the lead before Green Bay responded with a 7-0 run.
The Penguins rallied in the fourth quarter, taking a 51-46 lead with just over three minutes remaining. Yet, Guyer then scored five consecutive points to tie the game before hitting the game-winning shot.
This marks the second consecutive year Green Bay has secured at least a share of the Horizon League regular season title, and the third time in the last four years. The Phoenix are now 52-6 all-time against Youngstown State.
Looking Ahead
Green Bay will next travel to Cleveland State on Wednesday at 6 p.m. CST. They will then return home to face Northern Kentucky on Valentine’s Day at 1 p.m. CST for the Pink Zone Game.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Jenna Guyer perform in the game?
Jenna Guyer scored 16 points, had seven rebounds, and four assists, including the game-winning three-pointer with 16 seconds left.
What is Green Bay’s record this season?
The Green Bay Phoenix are 20-5 overall and 15-0 in Horizon League play.
How many assists did Kamy Peppler have in the game?
Kamy Peppler had five assists, leading the Phoenix individually.
What does this win mean for the Green Bay Phoenix as they head into the Horizon League tournament?
