University of Denver
0-1,0-0WCC
Air Force
1-0,0-0Mountain West
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | 11 | 16 | 9 | 9 | 45 |
| Air Force | 12 | 15 | 20 | 19 | 66 |
11/2/2026 9:03:00 PM | Women's Basketball
U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. – The University of Denver women's basketball team opened its 2026-27 season on Monday evening, falling 66-45 to Air Force at Clune Arena.
The Pioneers battled the Falcons through the first half, entering the break tied at 27-27. Air Force took control in the third quarter, outscoring Denver 20-9, before adding a 19-9 advantage in the fourth to secure the victory.
Karolina Padilla led Denver with a career-high 16 points, shooting 6-of-16 from the field, 1-of-5 from three-point range and 3-of-7 at the free-throw line. Victoria Baker added nine points and six rebounds, while Brooke Murrell led the Pioneers on the glass with nine rebounds.
DENVER LEADERS
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Points: Karolina Padilla (16)
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Rebounds: Brooke Murrell (9)
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Assists: Safiyah Sugapong (3)
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Steals: Mallory McQuietor and Karolina Padilla (1)
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Blocks: Brooke Murrell, Mallory McQuietor and Laia Monclova (2)
GAME NOTES
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Karolina Padilla recorded a career-high 16 points in the season opener.
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Brooke Murrell led Denver with nine rebounds, while Murrell, Mallory McQuietor and Laia Monclova each recorded two blocks.
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Denver and Air Force were tied 27-27 at halftime before the Falcons outscored the Pioneers 39-18 in the second half.
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The Pioneers finished with 34 rebounds, including eight offensive rebounds.
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Denver recorded eight steals and forced 13 Air Force turnovers.
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