Kearney, Neb. – Nebraska-Kearney freshman Kelsey Lane scored a career high in 20 points in a losing effort against Western State College losing, 86-60, Friday night at Health & Sports Center.

Western State improves to 5-8 (3-2 RMAC), while the Lopers fall to 2-9 (2-3 RMAC).

Nebraska-Kearney leads the series 18-2 all-time; Western State has now won the last two meetings and earned their first win in Kearney tonight.

Moment of the Game
Western State had their best shooting night of the season, making 63% (36-57) from the floor tonight. They came into the game shooting 34.4% from the field.

For UNK Lane scored 15 of the 20 points in the second half.

Mountaineers scored more points in the paint 42-24 and points off turnovers 24-13 against the Lopers.

Lopers of the Game
Kim Thissen (Sr., F, Davenport, IA) scored 10 points on 4 of 8 FG shooting, 3 rebounds
Kelsey Lane (Fr., F, Omaha) scored 20 points (career high) on 5 of 10 FG shooting, 5 rebounds

Opponent Notes
Western State had four starters score at least ten points
Amber Murray scored 30 points on 13 of 18 FG shooting, 5 assists
Katie Hall scored 14 points on 7 of 10 FG shooting, 7 rebounds, 3 steals

Up next
Nebraska Kearney play against Mesa State College to conclude the home stand.