November 21, 2025

MADISON, S.D. – No. 5 Dakota State (S.D.) exploded offensively from start to finish Friday evening at the DSU Fieldhouse, burying 15 three-pointers and placing five players in double figures to overpower (RV) Providence (Mont.) 98–61 in a Frontier Conference matchup.

The Trojans (5–1 overall, 2–0 Frontier) dominated in every phase—shooting 49.3 percent from the field, winning the rebounding battle 49–36, generating 34 bench points, and building a lead as large as 38 points. Providence (3–2, 0–2 Frontier), who won the Frontier postseason tournament last season, never led in the contest.
  First Quarter Highlights
Dakota State wasted no time establishing momentum. Cierra Watkins opened the scoring with a layup, and Mackenzi Simmons followed with an early burst from long range. The Trojans hit five three-pointers in the period and went 8-of-12 from the free-throw line, creating immediate separation.

On the other end, DSU forced the Argos into difficult looks (7-for-17 field goals shooting) and leveraged active hands to produce early transition opportunities.
  Second Quarter Highlights
With a 27–16 lead entering the second, Dakota State delivered its most suffocating defensive stretch of the night. Providence shot just 25% (3-for-12) in the quarter, while DSU continued to fire efficiently from deep—adding five more three-pointers to extend the lead.

The Trojans committed only one turnover in the period and moved the ball well with five assists, pushing the halftime margin to 53–26. Third Quarter Highlights
Dakota State left no room for a Providence comeback. Tabor Teel dominated the frame, scoring 10 points while controlling the boards, and Simmons added another three-pointer as DSU continued to impose its tempo.

The Trojans shot 10-for-19 from the field in the period and maintained full control with a 78–43 advantage heading to the fourth period.
  Fourth Quarter Highlights
Dakota State added four more three-pointers in the final period and cleared its bench while still maintaining high efficiency. Fresh scoring contributions came from multiple reserves, helping the Trojans finish just two points shy of the 100-point mark.
  Dakota State Statistical Leaders
Tabor Teel – 20 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists
Mackenzi Simmons – 16 points (4-for-4 from three), 5 rebounds
Bria Wasmund – 10 points, 2 assists, 2 steals
Caitlin Dyer – 10 points, 2 assists
Cierra Watkins – 8 points, 4 assists, 5 rebounds
Hamtyn Heinz – 7 points, 5 rebounds
Ella Carstensen – 7 points
Madala Hanson – 6 points
Angelina Chapple – 3 points, 7 rebounds, 5 blocks
Chapple's five blocks helped DSU total six team blocks, anchoring a dominant rebounding and defensive effort.
  Team Highlights

• FG: 33-for-67 (49.3%)
• 3PT: 15-for-24 (62.5%)
• FT: 17-for-26 (65.4%)
• Rebounds: 49 (14 offensive)
• Assists: 19
• Points in the Paint: 36
• Points off Turnovers: 14
• Fastbreak Points: 16
• Largest Lead: 38

Providence Summary
The Argos were led by:

• Brooke Dial – 16 points, 4 rebounds
• Ainsley Thurber – 9 points, 3 rebounds
• Eliannah Ramirez – 9 points, 4 rebounds
• Dymon Root – 6 points, 2 assists

Providence shot just 31.7% from the floor (20-of-63 field goals) and committed 14 turnovers.
  Up Next
Dakota State continues their six-game home stand Saturday evening in another Frontier Conference contest, hosting MSU-Northern.  Tip-off is set for 5 p.m. at DSU Fieldhouse.