ASHLAND, WIS. - The University of Northwestern women's basketball team came up short on Saturday, falling to Northland College by a score of 52-45 across the border in Wisconsin. As a result, the Eagles fall to 11-10 overall and 7-5 in the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC). Northland improved to 3-18 overall and 1-11 in the UMAC.

The Lumberjills used a strong first quarter to distance themselves early, leading 13-3 after the first quarter, and never looked back. Northwestern made a fourth quarter push, outscoring Northland 19-15 in the frame, but ultimately ran out of time. The Lumberjills secured the home victory, 52-45, over the visiting Eagles. 

Taryn Tumbleson led the way for UNW, dropping 12 points and blocking three shots. Freshman Jordan Sauve (Blaine, Minn./Blaine) continued her strong play as of late, contributing nine points off the bench. Despite the loss, there was some good news for the Eagles, as standout Amy Berglund (Springfield, Va./West Springfield) made her return to the court from injury, coming off the bench to score five points and snare nine rebounds.

The Eagles will be in action again on Wednesday as they travel to Wisconsin-Superior. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 pm. For more information, fans should visit unweagles.com.