Box Score ORANGE, Calif. — The Chapman University women's basketball team won their home opener 72-66 Saturday afternoon against Sewanee. Chapman seniors Maile Nakaji and Makena Nitao carried the scoring as Nitao went for 25 and Nakaji went for 16 on four made three-pointers. Sophomore Sydney Teo joined in on the momentum recording a new career high 16 points on six my free throw and eight points in the fourth quarter. 

The Panthers caused Sewanee to commit 29 turnovers compared to committing just 16 of their own. They also caused the Tigers to commit a 10 second backcourt violation late in the second half after they committed a turnover. Chapman had nine assists total to go along with 18 rebounds. 

Chapman also had 32 points off turnovers and 32 points in the paint while keeping Sewanee to just 36 percent shooting from the field. They also outscored the Tigers 25-15 in the second half. Chapman will look to keep the momentum going. They will immediately turn around to play again on Sunday at home as they host Stanton University at 2 PM at the Hutton Sports Center.