Ashtyn Klusmeyer scored 22 points and Columbia College opened its season with a 79-44 victory over Westminster on Saturday. The Cougars led 17-5 after the first quarter and 41-17 at halftime.
Klusmeyer made seven of 10 shots, including four of five 3-pointers, and added three assists and three steals. Emma Daniels had 14 points, eight rebounds, five assists and five steals, while Alli Robertson added 12 points and six rebounds.
Columbia shot 41.7% from the field, made 11 3-pointers and forced 22 turnovers. The Cougars held a 49-39 rebounding advantage and scored 22 points off turnovers.