Cheyenne, Wyo. — Feb. 7, 2026

Laramie County Community College women's basketball showcased depth, resilience, and defensive effort Saturday afternoon, despite falling 70–61 to Northwest College at the RAC in Cheyenne.

The Golden Eagles battled throughout all four quarters, keeping the contest within reach against a Northwest team that shot 41.8 percent from the field. LCCC matched Northwest point-for-point in the second quarter and stayed competitive into the final minutes, demonstrating continued growth and toughness on both ends of the floor. "I am proud of the way our group competed for 40 minutes," head coach Danielle Rinaldo said. "We had stretches where we defended, shared the ball, and played with great effort. This team continues to grow, and games like this are important steps as we keep building."

LCCC was led offensively by Hannah Briskey, who posted a team-high 13 points while attacking the paint and converting 9-of-10 free throws, consistently putting pressure on the Trapper defense. Briskey also added six rebounds and two blocks, anchoring the Golden Eagles inside.

Irelynd Barnes provided a strong perimeter presence, scoring 11 points and knocking down three three-pointers, while also contributing defensively with a steal and two assists. Barnes' shooting helped LCCC stay connected during key stretches of the game.

The Golden Eagles received solid contributions across the roster, highlighting their balanced attack. Helena Salazar Meinesz finished with 10 points, shooting efficiently from the field and the free-throw line, while Selenay Tanik added eight points on a perfect 4-for-4 shooting performance. Sabela Carro chipped in eight points and added defensive energy on the perimeter.

Defensively, LCCC forced 24 Northwest turnovers, converting pressure into transition opportunities and keeping the Trappers from pulling away early. Alicia Trujillo led the defensive effort with three steals, while Briskey and Salazar Meinesz combined for four blocks, protecting the rim and contesting shots throughout the afternoon.

Although Northwest held the rebounding edge, LCCC remained aggressive on the boards and shared the ball effectively, recording 13 assists as a team. The Golden Eagles also shot 76.5 percent from the free-throw line, an encouraging sign as conference play continues.

After trailing 35–31 at halftime, LCCC continued to compete in the second half, matching Northwest's intensity and effort. The Golden Eagles outscored the Trappers in key stretches of the fourth quarter but were unable to overcome Northwest's early shooting advantage.