Butler posts lopsided win in new Dodge City arena

DODGE CITY, Kan. – The Butler women enjoyed their first game in the new United Wireless Arena in Dodge City, as the Grizzlies easily dispatched of the Conquistadors by a 69-37 score on Wednesday night.

The Grizzlies jumped to a 6-0 lead and never looked back, leading 36-21 at the half. Butler continued to pour it on in the second half on their way to the most lopsided victory in conference play this season.

Jamillah Bonner had another big night for Butler. The freshman from Wichita had another double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds, both of which were team bests. Butler's next leading scorer was Tonya Elliott-Salas with 10 points, while Tysia Manuel scored eight and April Miller added six for the Grizzlies. Kiara O'Neal had five assists and two steals to lead the Grizzlies in those categories.

The Grizzlies shot nearly 50 percent from the floor (33-67), while outrebounding Dodge City 49-30.

Butler is now 14-8 on the season and finishes the first half of conference play with a 3-5 record. The Grizzlies get a chance to avenge one of those earlier conference losses when they travel to Garden City on Saturday for a 5:30 p.m. tipoff.