Box Score River Forest, Ill. - The Dominican University women's basketball team hosted Benedictine University in their conference opener. 

Results:
Benedictine: 68
Dominican: 53

How it Happened:
-Dominican fell behind early and had to come from behind the whole game.
-DU gave up 41 points in the first half and 27 in the second half. 
-Dominican trailed 41-26 at halftime 
-The Stars came out of halftime with a little pressure holding the eagles to 27 second-half points. The Stars also scored 27 points in the second half. 
-The offense for Benedictine shot 38.6% from the field and 20.8% from behind the three point line.  
-The Stars were able to turn the Eagles over 14 times, but it was not enough to overcome the stars 21 turnovers.

Shining Stars:
-Freshman Toni Hayes lead the team with a double double of 20 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 blocks.  
-Freshman Kameron Goodman did a little bit of everything today scoring 9 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists. 
-Junior Kamryn Woods made her only three point shot of the night.

Game Highs:
Points: Hayes (20)
Rebounds: Hayes (13)
Assists: Norris (5)
Steals: Norris (4)
Blocks: Hayes (3)

What's Next:
Dominican travels to Lakeland University this Saturday with the tip off at 4:15 p.m. 

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