The Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) women's basketball team faced a challenging game against Marian University in Indianapolis. Despite a strong effort, MVNU fell to the No. 5 ranked team with a final score of 94-42. The Knights took an early lead, finishing the first quarter at 25-5 and maintaining their advantage throughout the game.
Melodie Blubaugh was a standout for MVNU, achieving her career-high with 15 points. She also recorded four rebounds and one steal. Anna Swisshelm contributed ten points and five rebounds. Overall, MVNU shot 29.8% from the field and struggled with turnovers, which led to 44 points for Marian.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University is part of the Crossroads League and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, as noted on their official about page. The university emphasizes community service and global outreach through its programs, drawing from Wesleyan evangelical traditions to foster cultural and value development.
MVNU will host Grace College next at Ariel Arena on February 7 at 1:00 p.m.
