Beaver Controls Second Half in 62–47 Win Over New Kensington
Penn State Beaver built a halftime lead and never relinquished control, earning a 62–47 home win over Penn State New Kensington on Tuesday night.
| Final | 1 | 2 | T |
|---|---|---|---|
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30 | 17 | 47 |
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39 | 23 | 62 |
Team Stats
Penn State New Kensington
| Game Statistics | Penn State New Kensington | Penn State Beaver |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (20-60) | (25-63) |
| Field Goal % | 33.3% | 39.7% |
| Rebounds | 45 | 35 |
| Assists | 7 | 13 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 8 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 5 | 19 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 8 | 5 |
| Pts in the Paint | 32 | 16 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 0 |
| Bench Pts | 40 | 0 |
Monaca, PA - Penn State Beaver defended its home floor Tuesday night at the Beaver Fieldhouse, pulling away for a 62–47 win over Penn State New Kensington. The game was competitive early, with both teams trading baskets and Beaver leaning on perimeter shot-making to build momentum. By halftime, Beaver had created separation and carried a 39–30 lead into the break, setting the tone for a second half that stayed under its control.
After intermission, Beaver continued to dictate pace and spacing, extending the margin with balanced scoring and cleaner execution. Jermaine Knaff and Joe Pinto led the way with 16 points apiece, combining to hit eight three-pointers, while Ny'zir Dix added 10 points and a team-high five assists to keep the offense organized. Beaver finished with 13 assists on 25 made field goals and won the turnover battle (8 giveaways to 15), helping it maintain a steady cushion even as New Kensington battled on the glass.
The result moves Penn State Beaver to 7–11 overall and 5–4 in conference play, a solid step as it continues to push for position in the league standings. With multiple players contributing and the backcourt generating efficient offense, Beaver looked like a team finding reliable options on both ends. New Kensington showed fight throughout, but Beaver's shot-making, ball movement, and ability to capitalize on extra possessions in key moments ultimately decided the night.
The team will take the court again on Saturday, January 24th at 3pm at Penn State Fayette in another PSUAC match-up! For all things Penn State Beaver Women's Basketball check out beaverathletics.com or watch all home games live on the Rise and Roar Network!
