The Cottey Comets concluded its home hoops slate with a decisive 74-49 victory over Ottawa University's junior varsity team Monday night at Hinkhouse Center.

"We played really well as a group tonight," Comets head coach Stephanie Beason said.

Cottey (7-9) was led by freshman forward Kate Story who pitched in a career-high 21 points off the bench.

The Comets rolled out to a 16 point first quarter lead. After outscoring the visitors 20-14 in the second quarter, the Comets seized a 43-21 halftime advantage.

The second half was played fairly evenly, as Cottey outscored Ottawa 31-28 for the final 25-point margin.

"We've had a few injuries and some (out with illness) lately and have had numerous players step up in their absence," Beason said. "This group is really beginning to piece things together and at the right time of year."

Cottey pounded Ottawa on the glass, holding a 48-35 advantage, which included 37 defensive rebounds to Ottawa's 11. The Comets were also able to turn 17 Ottawa turnovers into 20 points.

For a second consecutive game the Comets were efficient on the offensive end, connecting on 28-of-58 from the field (48 percent), while holding Ottawa to a frigid 28 percent (28-of-71).

Cottey freshman guard Destiney Teniente filled the stat sheet, finishing with 15 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, and a steal. Teniente finshed 6-of-11 from the field and 3-of-3 from the charity stripe.

Next up is a Region 16 road matchup with Penn Valley, with tip off slated for 6 p.m. Thursday.

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