The Waterloo Warriors faced off against the Western Mustangs in a Wednesday night showdown between two teams with contrasting strengths, Western boasting one of Ontario's most efficient offenses, and Waterloo anchored by a formidable defense. In the end, it was the Warriors' defensive tenacity that prevailed, securing a commanding 70-44 victory.

The game opened with a back and forth exchange of baskets as both teams searched for an early edge. Waterloo gained momentum behind expert rebounding from Nehita Oko-Oboh (Ottawa, ON), which allowed the Warriors to control key possessions and set the tone. By the end of the first quarter, a balanced offensive effort and disciplined defense gave Waterloo a 16-9 advantage.

The second quarter saw the Warriors take full control. Kymora Stafford (Toronto, ON) found her rhythm, sinking a series of jump shots to extend the lead. Waterloo's ability to shut down Western's offense became even more apparent, as the Mustangs struggled to generate any consistent scoring. By halftime, the Warriors had doubled up their opponents, heading into the break with a dominant 32-16 lead.

Western looked to rally a comeback in the third quarter, pushing to cut into the deficit. However, the Warriors continued to execute efficiently, with Jaimesen Newell (Brussels, ON) making key baskets in the paint. As the quarter wound down, Carina Fiore (Newmarket, ON) delivered a clutch jumper at the buzzer, keeping Waterloo firmly in control.

The final quarter solidified the Warriors' victory. Western attempted to find a spark, but Nehita Oko-Oboh's (Ottawa, ON) shot blocking presence shut down any hopes of a comeback. With Waterloo maintaining their defensive stronghold and converting on offense, they comfortably closed out the game with a 70-44 win.

Next up, the Warriors will take on their crosstown rivals, the Laurier Golden Hawks, on Saturday evening. Tip-off is set for 6:00 p.m.