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IUP Women's Basketball Aims to Extend 8-Game Win Streak vs. Kutztown on Tuesday

2024-12-16

The IUP women's basketball team is all set to host a conference game against the Kutztown Golden Bears on Tuesday, December 17 at 3:00 PM. With an impressive eight-game winning streak and various standout players, this matchup is sure to be a thrilling one. IUP, currently with an 8-0 record and 4-0 in the conference, is receiving votes in the WBCA Division II Coaches Poll and was ranked 16th in the D2CSC Media Poll. They hold a strong home court advantage, boasting a 162-28 (.851) record since the opening of the KCAC in 2011-12.

Unbeatable IUP Women's Basketball Takes on Kutztown

Game Details

The game will take place at the KCAC in Indiana, Pa. Fans can catch all the action through live video on the PSAC Digital Network and live stats. Stay updated with the team on X (formerly Twitter) at @IUP_WBB.

The Hawks have been on a roll, with Nyshae’ Weaver named PSAC West Defensive Athlete of the Week on November 25 and PSAC West Athlete of the Week on December 9. She has been a force, combining for 20-24 from the field for 44 points and grabbing 29 rebounds against Shepherd and West Chester. Weaver is averaging 16.5 PPG and ranks 8th in the PSAC. Shamia Strayhorn is averaging 13.3 PPG and leads the team in minutes played, averaging 30.9 minutes and ranking 21st in the PSAC.

Home Court Advantage

Since the opening of the KCAC, IUP has been a force at home. They have won 6 of 6 games in 2024-2025, 13 of 15 games in 2023-24, and 13 of 17 games in 2022-23 & 2021-22. This home court advantage has been a key factor in their success.

Kutztown, with an overall record of 4-7 and a PSAC record of 0-3, will pose a challenge. Their leading scorer is Naia Pulliam, who is averaging 14.7 PPG and leads the team in free throws and minutes.

Player Stats and Highlights

Grace Centrulla leads the team with 12 blocks and shoots.346 beyond the arc. Ellie Wilkerson is right behind with 12 steals and four blocks. IUP has notched a season high of 16 steals against Shippensburg and 13 against Goldey-Beacom.

Off the bench, Madison Zavasky is averaging 6.4 PPG and is fifth on the team in scoring. Lily Jordan is averaging 20.0 MPG and shooting.475 from the field with 4.0 RPG. Marin Miller has posted five blocks, 11 assists, and 3.9 RPG while shooting.750 from the line.

Upcoming Schedule

IUP has a busy week ahead with another match-up at Ashland University on Thursday at 5:30 PM and a game against Millersville on Saturday at 1:00 PM.