OXFORD, Ohio (Interstat) — Ilse de Vries scored 20 points to lead Miami (Ohio) to a 66-50 women’s college basketball victory over Green Bay on Saturday at Millett Hall. The 6-foot-3 sophomore from the Netherlands added five rebounds and four blocks for the Redhawks, who improved to 8-4. Tamar Amir added 14 points and five assists. Jenna Guyer scored 12 points for the Phoenix (8-5), who were held to their lowest point total of the season. Miami (Ohio) never trailed after the first quarter, using a 14-2 run spanning halftime to build a commanding lead.

OXFORD, Ohio (Interstat) — In a game defined by defensive pressure and offensive struggles, the Miami (Ohio) Redhawks capitalized on a dominant performance in the paint and a cascade of Green Bay turnovers to secure a 66-50 victory in a non-conference women’s basketball game Saturday at Millett Hall. The Redhawks improved to 8-4 overall, while the Phoenix fell to 8-5. The outcome defied statistical projections, as Green Bay entered the contest with a significant probability to win according to advanced metrics. The most critical phase of the game unfolded in the third quarter, where Miami (Ohio) effectively put the contest out of reach. Leading 30-24 at halftime, the Redhawks opened the second half with a decisive 14-4 run, extending their advantage to 44-28. The surge was fueled by the interior presence of Ilse de Vries and Amber Tretter, who consistently found seams in the Phoenix defense. De Vries scored six points during the run, part of her game-high 20, while Tretter added four. This stretch underscored Miami’s strategic emphasis on attacking the basket, a plan that yielded 36 points in the paint compared to Green Bay’s 14. Green Bay’s offense never found a consistent rhythm, hampered by Miami’s relentless defensive activity. The Redhawks recorded 15 steals, leading to 24 points off 21 Phoenix turnovers. Green Bay managed only five assists against those 21 giveaways, highlighting their disjointed offensive execution. While the Phoenix shot a respectable 7 of 18 from three-point range, they connected on just 15 of 46 total field goal attempts for a 32.6 percent clip. Conversely, Miami (Ohio) leveraged its defensive success into efficient offense. Despite shooting only 3 of 18 from beyond the arc, the Redhawks made 22 of 49 shots overall and capitalized at the free-throw line, making 19 of 24 attempts. Their ball movement, evidenced by 15 assists, consistently generated high-percentage looks near the basket. Ilse de Vries, a 6-foot-3 junior from Groningen, Netherlands, was the standout performer. In 24 minutes, she tallied 20 points, five rebounds and four blocked shots, anchoring the Redhawks’ defense while providing efficient scoring inside. Her performance marked a significant rebound from a five-point outing in Miami’s previous loss at Colorado. Tamar Singer of Haifa, Israel, added 14 points and five assists, orchestrating the offense and contributing to the defensive pressure with five steals. Amber Tretter of Ferdinand, Indiana, matched Singer’s 14 points and grabbed four rebounds, while Amber Scalia of Stillwater, Minnesota, chipped in 12 points. For Green Bay, Jenna Guyer of Circle Pines, Minnesota, led the way with 12 points and five rebounds. No other Phoenix player reached double figures. The team’s offensive rating of 72.9 points per 100 possessions reflected a afternoon of profound struggle against the Redhawks’ defensive scheme. Miami (Ohio) maintained control throughout the final quarter, never allowing the Phoenix to draw closer than 12 points. The Redhawks sealed the win at the free-throw line, making 10 of 12 attempts in the final period. The Redhawks now look ahead to Mid-American Conference play, beginning at Kent State on Wednesday. Green Bay will break for the holidays before resuming its Horizon League schedule at Wright State on Dec. 30.

Preview: Green Bay Phoenix at Miami (Ohio) RedHawks OXFORD, Ohio (Interstat) — Two teams riding opposite momentum swings will meet Saturday when the Green Bay Phoenix visit the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks in a non-conference women’s basketball matchup. The Phoenix (8-4) look to rebound from a narrow road loss, while the RedHawks (7-4) aim to halt a skid against power conference opponents. Tipoff is set for Dec. 20 at Millett Hall. Green Bay arrives after a 79-74 defeat at Washington on Dec. 13, a game where they rallied from a 16-point deficit but fell short. The Phoenix had won three straight prior to that, including decisive victories over IU Indy, Youngstown State and Northern Kentucky. Their defense has been a hallmark, holding opponents under 50 points four times this season. Miami (Ohio) is coming off a 75-55 loss at Colorado on Dec. 14, its second straight defeat against a major conference foe following an overtime win at Cincinnati on Dec. 3. The RedHawks have shown offensive firepower at home, averaging 80.7 points in their last three games in Oxford. A key matchup will feature each team’s leading scorer. Green Bay’s Jenna Guyer is averaging 13.1 points per game and is coming off a 19-point, 8-rebound performance against Washington. The junior forward has scored in double figures in seven of her last eight contests. For Miami (Ohio), guard Amber Scalia provides consistent offense, averaging 13.2 points. She scored 18 points in the loss to Colorado and has been a steady presence, logging over 30 minutes in six consecutive games. Green Bay’s balance will be tested. Alongside Guyer, Maddy Skorupski (14 points, 8 rebounds vs. Washington) and point guard Kamy Peppler, who dished 9 assists against the Huskies, are pivotal. Miami (Ohio) counters with Scalia and forward Amber Tretter, who had 14 points and 4 rebounds against Colorado. This game serves as a final non-conference tune-up before both teams dive into league play after the holidays. Green Bay opens Horizon League action on Dec. 30, while Miami (Ohio) begins Mid-American Conference play on Dec. 31.