The Purdue Women’s Basketball team took care of business at home defeating Northwestern 76-61. The Boilers move to 17-7 on the season and 8-7 in B1G play with four games to play. Katie Gearlds was recognized for her 250th career win at the game.
Defense showed up big again as Purdue forced 17 turnovers resulting in 25 points. 6 turnovers came in the first quarter allowing a quick 4 points. Purdue went on a 9-0 run in the middle of the first led by Caitlyn Harper. The Boilers were up 14-12 by the end of the quarter and went 7/8 from the charity stripe.