SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Hamline (13-3, 7-2 MIAC) defeated Augsburg (5-11, 2-7 MIAC), 75-55, at Hutton Arena, capitalizing on 28 Augsburg turnovers to secure the conference victory. The Pipers' bench contributed significantly, adding 49 points to the total score. Hamline is now 13-3 overall and 7-2 in MIAC play with a nine win streak. Augsburg holds a 5-11 overall record and is 2-7 in the MIAC.

The first quarter commenced with Hamline and Augsburg trading early turnovers, but it was Augsburg's Jada Stanford who scored first with a layup at 7:33, assisted by Lani Fonoti. Hamline responded with a jumper from Anna Rynkiewich at 5:35, assisted by Emma Lamppa. Josie Schmidt put the Pipers ahead with two free throws at 5:09, and the team maintained momentum with a 3-pointer from Lamppa at 3:55. Hamline extended their lead to 20-10 with a fastbreak 3-pointer by Sophie Stork at 0:52, assisted by Camille Cummings. Augsburg's Melanie Delestrez closed the quarter with a layup at the buzzer, leaving the score 20-10 in Hamline's favor.

The Pipers widened their lead in the second quarter, capitalizing on turnovers and second-chance points. Lamppa opened with a three-pointer assisted by Schmidt at 9:43, setting the tone for the quarter. Evelyn Wiltrout contributed with key offensive rebounds and scoring, including a layup that pushed the lead to 25-10. Hamline's defense also forced nine turnovers from Augsburg, with Schmidt adding a fastbreak layup in the final seconds to close the half at 40-19.

The third quarter featured a balanced scoring effort from both teams, with Hamline maintaining a lead over Augsburg. Josie Wiebusch contributed significantly for the Pipers, scoring a layup at 8:47 and adding a pair of free throws with 37 seconds remaining to help maintain their advantage. Saylor Gallagher kept Augsburg in contention, scoring a layup followed by a free throw at 7:55, and later hitting a three-pointer at 52 seconds. Despite several turnovers, Hamline's defense held strong, with Lamppa securing a steal in the final seconds, preserving their lead and ending the quarter ahead, 57-34.

In the fourth quarter, Hamline maintained their lead over Augsburg despite a strong push from the visitors. Lauren Cooper hit a three-pointer early in the period, extending Hamline's advantage to 60-34 at the 9:24 mark. Augsburg responded with a layup from Stanford and consecutive free throws, cutting the deficit to 60-40. However, the Pipers' Camille Cummings and Schmidt each contributed key baskets, keeping their team ahead. Despite Augsburg's effort, including a late three-pointer by Gallagher, Hamline secured a 75-55 victory, aided by Morgan Gokey's layup and Taylor Starks' free throws in the final minutes.

Emma Lamppa scored 11 points, including three 3-pointers. Schmidt added 10 points and recorded four steals. Cooper contributed five points and collected two steals. Rynkiewich finished with eight points and grabbed eight rebounds.

The Pipers will be on the road to Northfield to take on St. Olaf on Saturday, January 23 with a 1 PM tipoff!