Ohio State Bounces Minnesota behind Outstanding Performance by Prahalis

Behind a fantastic performance from Samantha Prahalis, the Ohio State women's basketball team closed out their home schedule with a bang, defeating Minnesota 81-56. The senior point guard from Commack, New York did not disappoint in her final game at Value City Arena as she amassed 42 points, along with four assists, six rebounds, and three steals. Prahalis' 42 points on senior night were not only an individual career high, but also the most points scored in a game for anyone to don the Scarlet and Gray. Katie Smith held the previous game high mark of 40.The win improves the Buckeyes to 24-4 overall and 11-4 in Big Ten Conference play. With the win over Minnesota and Nebraska's loss to Michigan State, Ohio State has clinched the #2 seed in the upcoming Big Ten Women's basketball tournament. The Buckeyes still have to play Nebraska in Lincoln on Sunday to conclude the regular season. After that, they will begin play in the B10 Women's tournament next Friday. Their opponent has yet to be determined.