Chemeketa Wins a Thriller against Clark

Chemeketa Edges Out Clark in a Thrilling Encounter

On January 29, 2025, at the Storm Center, the Chemeketa women's basketball team narrowly defeated Clark with a final score of 69-68 in a closely contested game. Both teams displayed determination and skill throughout the match, with Chemeketa managing to clinch the victory in the final moments.

The game began with Clark taking an early lead, finishing the first quarter 18-16. Chemeketa responded in the second quarter, outscoring Clark 19-13, which gave them a 35-31 advantage at halftime. The third quarter saw Clark rally back with a strong performance, scoring 25 points compared to Chemeketa's 15, swinging the momentum in their favor with a 56-50 lead. However, Chemeketa mounted a comeback in the fourth quarter, outscoring Clark 19-12 to secure the win.

Chemeketa's Mady Diaz was the standout player, leading all scorers with 25 points, shooting 8-16 from the field and 7-8 from the free-throw line. Her performance was instrumental in Chemeketa's victory, complemented by Annie Bafford's solid contribution of 19 points and 8 rebounds.

Clark was led by Emily Peabody and Oria Boyd, both scoring 16 points each. Peabody was efficient, shooting 7-13 from the field, while Boyd added 5 rebounds and 4 steals to her tally. Mia Hicks-Oliver also made a significant impact with a double-double, scoring 13 points and grabbing 11 rebounds.

Chemeketa's superior free-throw shooting (94.4%) was a critical factor in their win, as they capitalized on their opportunities from the line, compared to Clark's 80%. Despite Clark's dominance on the boards with 43 total rebounds to Chemeketa's 36, Chemeketa's ability to maintain composure in the final quarter proved decisive.

The match was played in a competitive spirit, with both teams committing a similar number of turnovers (Clark with 16 and Chemeketa with 12). The officials managed a fair and balanced game, allowing both teams to showcase their talents.

This thrilling encounter highlighted the intensity and unpredictability of college basketball, with Chemeketa ultimately emerging victorious in a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.