Ohio State Women's Basketball Tops Belmont Bruins

In recent women's basketball action, the University of New Mexico Lobos showcased a strong defensive performance in an 85-56 victory over Western New Mexico, with 13 steals and six blocks, leading to an impressive second quarter where they shot 60%. Binghamton narrowly lost to Pittsburgh 61-56, despite a strong comeback led by Krysztof, who tied her career high with 15 points, but ultimately could not secure the win. Ohio State maintained their top-25 status with a 67-63 win against Belmont, where they effectively utilized defensive pressure to control the game despite injuries. Meanwhile, Ohio University secured their first win of the season, defeating George Washington 52-40 largely due to a lockdown defense that forced 19 turnovers. The Buckeyes' football defense is also performing at a historic level, allowing just 10.3 points per game after a dominant win against Northwestern. These performances reflect a strong emphasis on defensive strategies across various collegiate teams this season.