Nov. 8, 2008

Pocatello, ID--Freshman Sheila Adams scored the game-high 16 points to lead Idaho State in its first competition under a new system and new staff where the Bengals responded effectively dominating Concordia 71-43 in an exhibition game at Reed Gym Friday night.

Four Bengals posted double-digits in scoring with Adams at 16, Michelle Grohs at 15 and Iacovita and senior Jenna Brown at 10 each to contribute to the 28 point margin of defeat.

The Bengals started off strong holding a 21-8 lead that did not recede as they finished the first half hitting 11 of 30 and held Concordia to seven of 24. In the first half alone, Adams drained five field goals from eight attempts. Senior Grohs was effective on the offense as well as the defense as she shot 6 for 10 and was 3 for 5 in three-point field goals. She also pulled down nine rebounds, the game-high and recorded two blocked shots.

METRO NOTES: Sheila was 7 for 10 from the field, 2 for 3 from 3, had 3 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 steals in 29 minutes of play.