PORTLAND, Ore. – Oregon Tech (3-4) rode the back of Abby Kreiser who recorded a triple-double in their 67-38 victory over Multnomah (0-16). Kreiser recorded 12 points, 13 assists and 12 rebounds while nearly shooting 50% from the field.
 
"It was a great team effort today," said head coach Scott Meredith. "We played together and with enthusiasm. Very pleased how our defense has improved over the past 2 weeks. Happy for Abby as she had only the 2nd Triple-Double in our programs history. The challenge now is to return tomorrow with the same focus and determination."
 
In the 1st quarter, after the Lions led 4-0, Tech went on a 17-0 run and turning up their defense which forced the Lions to under 12% shooting from the floor while Tech shot 44% which allowed them build a 17-4 lead after the first stanza.
 
In the 2nd quarter, each side went toe-to-toe as Multnomah and Tech each accounted for 16 points in the 2nd frame.
 
The Lady Owls, still played solid defense as each side shot around 40%.
 
At the half, Tech led 33-20.
 
In the 3rd quarter, Tech would ramp up their defense once again, outscoring the hosts 19-6 in the frame.
 
Tech had their best shooting split at 50% overall for the 3rd quarter.
 
Leading 52-26 after 3, Tech would cruise to victory and pull 1 game within a .500 record.
 
The Lady Owls were led by Kreiser's triple-double, the second ever in school history and 10 points each from Beth Derner and Melissa Lee.
 
Tech will return to face Multnomah at 1pm tomorrow in Portland and can be heard on 104.3 & 960 Sports in Klamath Basin starting with the Scott Meredith Coaches' Show at 12:30 pm.