ROCKFORD, Ill. - Marian University women's basketball (1-6, 0-4 NACC) jumped out to a fast start but Rockford was able to rally and defeat the Sabres 85-71 in NACC action.

Marian opened the game scoring five unanswered points and took an early 10-5 lead. The Regents would come back and connected on their next three possessions en route to taking a 17-15 lead into the first break.

Rockford continued their hot shooting in the second quarter to close out the half shooting 16-31 (.516) as they entered halftime with the lead.

Rockford expanded their lead in the third quarter, opening with a 13-4 run, as they went on to outscore the Sabres 27-18 in the quarter.  The Regents finished the game shooting 35-62 (.565) which propelled Rockford to the 85-71 victory.

Senior Nicole Paulus led the way in scoring for the Sabres finishing the game with a team-high 23 points. Freshman Brianna Horton chipped in 14 points of her own along with five assists and six rebounds.

Marian continues their road trip travelling to MSOE Saturday, December 10 for a 2 p.m. tip.

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