KOKOMO, Ind. - The IU Kokomo women's basketball team closed out 2025 on a high note Tuesday evening, securing a hard-fought home victory over Cleary University at the Student Activities & Event Center.

FAST FACTS

• LOCATION: Student Activities & Event Center | Kokomo, IN 
• UPDATED RECORDS: Cleary University 7-6, IU Kokomo 4-6
• NAIA TOP-25 RANKINGS: Cleary University - N/A, IU Kokomo - N/A

THE RUNDOWN 

• Cameryn Rector opened the scoring for the Cougars, giving IU Kokomo an early 2-0 advantage. The opening quarter featured back-and-forth action, with the teams knotted at 14-14 after one.
• IU Kokomo found its rhythm in the second quarter, using efficient shooting to build momentum and take a six point lead into halftime.
• Cleary responded in the third, limiting the Cougars to just six points in the frame and tying the game heading into the final quarter.
• The fourth quarter remained tightly contested as both teams traded baskets down the stretch. IU Kokomo pulled ahead late, building a five point cushion with 1:05 remaining and holding on for a 57-53 victory.

LEADING THE CHARGE

• Senior Kelsi Langley paced the Cougars offensively, scoring a team-high 13 points off the bench.
• Cameryn Rector would finish with 11 points followed by Mackenzie York who would tally nine points with five rebounds. 
• Mia Catey would put up eight points while grabbing eight rebounds as well. 

THE ROAD AHEAD

• Next Game: 1/3 vs Brescia University - 2:00 PM ET

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