Weber State University Athletics
Monday, March 2
Ogden
6:00 PM
Weber State University
10-21,4-14Big Sky
81
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52
Portland State
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Portland St.
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Weber St.
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Photo by: Robert Casey
Wildcats finish regular season with an 81-52 win over Vikings
3/2/2026 8:39:00 PM | Women's Basketball
#9 Weber State will face #10 Portland State on Saturday at noon to begin the Big Sky Tournament.
OGDEN, Utah - Weber State women's basketball closed out its regular season with an 81-52 win over the Portland State Vikings. With the victory, the Wildcats finish the season 10-21, 4-14, and ranked ninth in the Big Sky.Â
The game began with Antoniette Emma-Nnopu sinking two free throws for Weber State. Both teams then continued to exchange baskets in a closely contested first quarter. The Wildcats Lanae Billy played a crucial role, scoring a layup and a jumper midway through the quarter, while Hannah Robbins added a layup to keep the score tight. A pivotal 3-pointer by Nicole Willardson, with just 51 seconds remaining, gave the Wildcats a narrow 16-13 lead at the end of the quarter.
The Wildcats led the second quarter with efficient scoring in the paint, accounting for eight of their points. Sydney White was instrumental, scoring twice from close range, while Emma-Nnopu added a jumper at the 35-second mark. The Vikings struggled to maintain momentum, with Brown hitting a pair of 3-pointers to keep the game close. Despite their efforts, the Wildcats defense, highlighted by two blocks and one steal, limited the Vikings scoring opportunities, ending the quarter with an 18-13 advantage.
The Wildcats maintained their lead in the third quarter with a solid performance, outscoring the Vikings 17-14. Paris Lauro hit a crucial 3-pointer with 6:11 on the clock, extending the home team's advantage. Portland State's Brown responded with a layup and free throw, but Emma-Nnopu's two free throws with 39 seconds left secured the Wildcats nine-point lead going into the final quarter.
The Wildcats dominated the final quarter, outscoring the Vikings 30-12 to secure a decisive victory. Billy led the scoring charge with three successful 3-pointers, including a fast-break shot, pushing the Wildcats lead to 70-44. White contributed with a 3-pointer and two free throws, enhancing Weber State's advantage further. The Vikings struggled offensively, shooting 20 percent from the field in the fourth quarter, while the Wildcats defense recorded three blocks and two steals.
Wildcat Stats
The game began with Antoniette Emma-Nnopu sinking two free throws for Weber State. Both teams then continued to exchange baskets in a closely contested first quarter. The Wildcats Lanae Billy played a crucial role, scoring a layup and a jumper midway through the quarter, while Hannah Robbins added a layup to keep the score tight. A pivotal 3-pointer by Nicole Willardson, with just 51 seconds remaining, gave the Wildcats a narrow 16-13 lead at the end of the quarter.
The Wildcats led the second quarter with efficient scoring in the paint, accounting for eight of their points. Sydney White was instrumental, scoring twice from close range, while Emma-Nnopu added a jumper at the 35-second mark. The Vikings struggled to maintain momentum, with Brown hitting a pair of 3-pointers to keep the game close. Despite their efforts, the Wildcats defense, highlighted by two blocks and one steal, limited the Vikings scoring opportunities, ending the quarter with an 18-13 advantage.
The Wildcats maintained their lead in the third quarter with a solid performance, outscoring the Vikings 17-14. Paris Lauro hit a crucial 3-pointer with 6:11 on the clock, extending the home team's advantage. Portland State's Brown responded with a layup and free throw, but Emma-Nnopu's two free throws with 39 seconds left secured the Wildcats nine-point lead going into the final quarter.
The Wildcats dominated the final quarter, outscoring the Vikings 30-12 to secure a decisive victory. Billy led the scoring charge with three successful 3-pointers, including a fast-break shot, pushing the Wildcats lead to 70-44. White contributed with a 3-pointer and two free throws, enhancing Weber State's advantage further. The Vikings struggled offensively, shooting 20 percent from the field in the fourth quarter, while the Wildcats defense recorded three blocks and two steals.
Wildcat Stats
- Antoniette Emma-Nnopu recorded 12 points and 12 rebounds for her tenth double-double of the season. Emma-Nnopu also recorded a perfect 4-for-4 from the stripe.Â
- Lanae Billy led the squad with 19 points, shooting 3-for-9 from beyond the arc.
- Wildcats Sydney White (16) and Paris Lauro also scored in double-digits.Â
- Weber State totaled 30 points in the fourth quarter.Â
- The Big Sky Basketball Tournament will be held in Boise, Idaho, on March 7-11. Weber State will first face Portland State on Saturday at noon.Â
- All home and Big Sky games will be streamed on ESPN+.Â
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- The Weber State Athletics mobile app enables fans to easily access results, schedules, rosters and news. Available for iPhone and Android users, search "Weber State Wildcats" and download the app today!
Team Stats
PSU
Weber
FG%
.292
.446
3FG%
.273
.385
FT%
.667
.867
RB
38
46
TO
12
9
STL
3
6
Game Leaders
Pts
19
FGM
7
3FGM
3
FTM
2
Pts
16
FGM
6
3FGM
2
FTM
2
Pts
12
FGM
4
3FGM
0
FTM
4
Pts
11
FGM
4
3FGM
3
FTM
0
Players Mentioned
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