Box Score Spring Arbor, MI - A back and forth contest between the Spring Arbor University Cougars women's basketball team and the Taylor University Trojans ultimately ended in defeat for the host Cougars, with a final score of 56-60.
 
The Trojans saw their lead stretch to nine several times, but the Cougars showed grit and clawed their way back into the game, and pulled within three points with two minutes remaining in the game. Free throw conversions down the stretch by Taylor allowed them to preserve their lead and escape Spring Arbor with a crucial Crossroads League win.
 
The Basics:
Spring Arbor 56, Taylor 60
Location: Spring Arbor, MI
Records: Spring Arbor 14-7 (4-7 CL), Taylor University 12-9 (5-6 CL)
 
Game Stats:
- Alana Nelson posted an impressive double-double, going for 26 points and securing 13 rebounds.
- Freshman Emma Smieska provided a needed spark off the bench for the Cougars, pouring in 14 points, grabbing 5 rebounds and swiping 2 steals.
- The Cougars were held to 18% from behind the arc, well below their season average of 32%.
- Spring Arbor shot an efficient 11-12 from the free throw line, including a perfect 8-8 from Nelson. 
- The Trojans saw four starters score at least 12 points, but were held to just three points from their bench.
 
Next Up: The Cougars host Bethel University next Wednesday, January 25th at 7:00pm