WBK: Gauchos lose in Henrickson’s debut

PULLMAN, Wash. – UCSB fell 61-44 at Washington State in its season-opening game and Bonnie Henrickson’s debut as Gaucho women’s basketball coach on Friday.

Washington State dominated on the offensive boards, grabbing 27 offensive rebounds and scoring 18 points.

Jasmine Ware led UCSB in three categories with nine points, seven rebounds, and two steals. Chaya Durr and Makala Roper both added six points each off the bench, while Kali Jones matched them with her six points in going 3-6 from the floor.

The Gauchos had trouble holding on to the ball, committing 23 turnovers. The Cougars were able to score 25 points of those miscues.