Haskell women’s rally falls short

? Haskell nearly overcame a 22-point deficit, but fell to Newman, 69-61, on Friday in women’s college basketball.

Kortney Smith had 22 points, five rebounds and three assists. Sharon Forte went 5-for-8 from the field and scored 11 points and also made six steals.

Haskell (6-6) forced 23 turnovers, but Newman outrebounded Haskell, 62-30.