Westminster's junior Krista Armontrout recorded her first collegiate double-double in Friday's 78-74 win over Millikin University. The women's basketball team moves to 1-1 on the season after day one of the annual Tip-Off Tournament hosted this year by Greenville College.

The Blue Jays held a 21-18 lead over Millikin after the first quarter, but Millikin outscored the Blue Jays 23-16 in the second quarter to head into halftime with the 41-37 advantage. After three quarters of play, the Blue Jays led 60-57. They went on to win the game 78-74.

"We battled," stated Head Coach Tracey Braden. "Armontrout was a huge key as she played a great game. Our bench provided so much energy and really helped us stay in the game during Millikin's runs."

"Andrea (Zalis) hit a big three at the end of the fourth quarter to give us a little breathing room," Coach Braden continued. "Our team showed mental and physical toughness, especially late in the game."

As a team, the Blue Jays shot 39.4% from the field. Armontrout dominated the court with her double-double performance. She led the floor with 16 rebounds including nine defensive. She scored 19 of the Blue Jay's points after shooting 47% from the field. 

Senior Kasey Gatson led the floor with 22 points. She shot 50% from the field and 57% from the three-point line. She also added four assists.

Junior Andrea Zalis posted 18 points and four assists in the win. Senior Sadie Theroff recorded five assists and senior Mackenzie Haddox finished with three steals. 

The Blue Jays will play Elmhurst College on Saturday, November 21, at 11:00 a.m. to finish up the two day Tip-Off Tournament.