CSUN Triumphs Over Bethesda in Season Opener

The CSUN Women’s Basketball team secured an impressive 103-13 victory over Bethesda University in their season opener for the 2025-26 campaign. The game took place at Premier America Credit Union Arena on Tuesday night, marking a dominant start for the Matadors.

Game Highlights

CSUN showcased their strength from the beginning, holding Bethesda scoreless through the entire first half. The Matadors established a commanding 52-0 lead by halftime. They shot 44% from the field, made 14 three-pointers, and capitalized on Bethesda’s struggles by forcing 31 turnovers, which resulted in 38 fast-break points.

Player Performances

• Laini Dahlin: Led the team with 19 points, hitting five three-pointers in the fourth quarter.
• Rita Nazario: Contributed 13 points with an efficient shooting performance, going 5-of-7.
• Maya Contreras: Recorded a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds.
• Morgan Edwards: Added 11 points along with two steals.
• Amya Moody: Finished with seven points, seven rebounds, and five assists in 22 minutes.
• Jite Gbemuotor: Made her Matador debut by grabbing a team-high 16 rebounds.

Defensive Dominance

The Matadors’ defense was relentless, forcing nine turnovers in the first quarter alone. Bethesda struggled throughout the game, finishing with just 4-for-44 shooting, amounting to a mere 9% success rate. Bethesda’s offense did not score until midway through the third quarter, highlighting CSUN’s impressive defensive efforts.

Record-Breaking Victory

The 90-point margin of victory represents the largest in CSUN history, surpassing the previous record set on February 3, 1977, when they defeated UC Irvine 113-46. The remarkable performance demonstrated the depth of the team, with 12 different Matadors contributing to the scoring.

Coach’s Remarks

Head Coach Angie Ned expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, stating, “It is always nice to play at home. The team did a great job playing together with great ball movement. As we prepare for San Diego, it’s important we continue improving as a defensive team and take steps forward. Thanks to everyone that attended the game tonight. Your support and energy is an extension of the team!”

Next Game

CSUN will face off against the San Diego Toreros on Saturday afternoon. The game is scheduled for a 2:00 p.m. tip-off at Premier America Credit Union Arena and will be broadcast live on ESPN+. Fans can also find live stats at Gomatadors.com.