Gopher Women Defeat Harvard 82-62
It took three quarters for the Gophers to find their game, but Minnesota ran away in the final ten minutes
The Minnesota Golden Gophers women's basketball team started the 2026-27 season with a dominant 82-62 victory over Harvard on Monday night. Freshmen Mara Braun and Grace Grocholski, along with transfers Leah Harmon and Tayla Thomas, made significant contributions to the win. Brauns played 18 minutes off the bench, leading the Gophers with 22 points and five assists, while Grocholski scored 20 points and hit three three-pointers.
The Gophers' defense improved significantly, allowing Harvard just 32 points in the second half. Freshmen Natalie Kussow and Tori Oehrlein provided a solid backup plan, but experienced players Makenna Christian and Kennedy Klick underperformed. Minnesota's free throw shooting was a bright spot, making 25-28 attempts. The team's improved play and ability to execute in crunch time were evident in their 20-point performance.
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