HANOVER, Ind. – The Manchester University women's basketball team returned to action for the first time in 10 days on Saturday afternoon at Hanover College. The host Panthers defended their home court in a 72-47 victory over the Black & Gold.

Hanover dominated the glass, holding a 50-31 rebounding advantage in Saturday's contest. The Panthers used the rebounding differential to their advantage as they were able to come away with 19 offensive rebounds and 23 second chance points in the contest. Hanover scored 44 points in the paint and converted 24 Spartan turnovers into 27 points.

Manchester was limited to 29.6 percent (16-54) shooting in the game. Hanover finished shooting 40.9 percent (27-66) on Saturday afternoon.

Hannah Lindsey (Speedway, Ind./Speedway) led Manchester with 12 points, five rebounds, and three steals. Miranda Bieghler (Plainfield, Ind./South Putnam) scored 11 points and grabbed six rebounds. Macy Miller (Huntertown, Ind./Carroll) chipped in seven points and a career-high six steals.

Grace Bezold and Callie Wilder led Hanover with 14 points each.

The Spartans (6-6, 3-2 HCAC) are scheduled to travel to Bluffton University for a 7:30 p.m. matchup with the Beavers on Wednesday January 19.

Hanover College (7-5, 4-3 HCAC) is scheduled to host Transylvania University on Wednesday January 19 beginning at 7 p.m.