SHAWNEE— Oklahoma Baptist women's basketball picked up an 81-48 victory over Oklahoma City University on Wednesday, Oct. 28, in an exhibition inside the Noble Complex. The game marked the final tune-up for the Bison before they open the regular season on Monday, Nov. 9 at Cameron.

Oklahoma City took an early 15-13 advantage to start the match. The Stars, playing in their fifth game of the season, completed 50.0 percent of their shots in the first quarter. However, they failed to maintain the lead as the Bison took a 43-32 advantage going into halftime.

The Bison controlled the second half, outscoring the Stars 38-16 over the final 20 minutes. OBU led by as many as 34 points (74-40) in the fourth quarter.

Reese Hoadley led the Bison with 17 points, three steals and an assist. Mireia Casas followed just behind with 14 points, four rebounds, two assists, and two steals. Other notable stat leaders included Katelyn Davis, who tallied 11 points, and Jordyn Anderson, who tallied 10.

Oklahoma Baptist shot 41.1 percent from the floor (30-of-73), including nine three-pointers, and was 12-of-14 from the free-throw line. The Bison limited Oklahoma City to just 32.1 percent (18-of-56) from the floor, and out rebounded the Stars 49-34.

OBU scored 40 points in the paint, 22 fast break points, and 21 points off turnovers. 

Oklahoma Baptist will open the regular season on Monday, Nov. 9 at Cameron. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. at Aggie Gym in Lawton.