Echano’s 20 Points and 8 Steals Spark Hawk’s Dominant 74–52 Win Over Merced
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
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12 | 13 | 11 | 16 | 52 |
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15 | 32 | 13 | 14 | 74 |
Team Stats
Merced
| Game Statistics | Merced | Cosumnes River |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (14-54) | (25-74) |
| Field Goal % | 25.9% | 33.8% |
| Rebounds | 56 | 45 |
| Assists | 5 | 14 |
| Turnovers | 37 | 14 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 5 | 43 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 14 | 13 |
| Pts in the Paint | 18 | 26 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 6 | 15 |
| Bench Pts | 23 | 11 |
Cosumnes River College delivered a statement performance on November 15, powered by Charisse Echano's relentless defense and all-around impact in a 74–52 victory over Merced. Echano not only led all scorers with 20 points, but her eight steals set the defensive tone and ignited a game-changing second quarter where the Hawks surged ahead 32–13.
That burst of intensity helped Cosumnes River take full command, as the Hawks consistently disrupted Merced's offense and converted turnovers into scoring opportunities. Cosumnes River finished with 20 steals as a team, showcasing their pressure defense and collective effort on both ends of the floor.
Balanced scoring and strong team play rounded out the win, with Zakara Cooper adding 12 points and Peyton Thorpe contributing 11. After halftime, the Hawks stayed composed and in control, closing out the game efficiently and reinforcing Cosumnes River College's identity as a high-energy, defense-first program capable of overwhelming opponents.