Broncbusters Go Toe-to-Toe with No. 1 Dodge City in Tough Road Loss

Photo by: Adam Shrimplin/Garden City Athletics.

Dodge City, Kan. — The Garden City Community College women's basketball team went punch-for-punch with the nation's top-ranked squad Wednesday night, but No. 1 Dodge City held on for a 67–60 victory in a hard-fought KJCCC showdown.

Garden City wasted no time making a statement, opening the game on a 14–0 run and stunning the undefeated Conquistadors in the opening minutes. The Broncbusters' aggressive defense and efficient offense set the tone early, helping Garden City carry a 16–13 lead after the first quarter.

Dodge City responded in the second quarter, making key defensive adjustments and finding their rhythm offensively to take a 32–27 advantage at halftime. The third quarter turned into a back-and-forth battle, with both teams trading baskets and momentum swings as Garden City stayed within striking distance.

The Broncbusters continued to apply pressure in the fourth quarter, cutting into the deficit multiple times and battling possession by possession until the final horn. Despite the late push, Dodge City's execution at the free-throw line and timely baskets down the stretch allowed the Conquistadors to remain unbeaten.

Marshea Fisher paced Garden City with a double-double of 12 points and 12 rebounds, adding six assists and three steals. Caryle Fortas finished with 14 points, while London Turner chipped in eight points and six rebounds. Garden City forced 23 turnovers and matched the nation's top team with physicality throughout the contest.

With the loss, the Broncbusters move to 11–3 overall and 6–3 in KJCCC play, while Dodge City improves to 14–0 overall and 9–0 in conference.

Next Up:
Garden City returns home to Conestoga Arena on Saturday, January 10th, hosting Cloud County Community College. Tipoff is scheduled for 2:00 p.m.