ROCHESTER, Mich. - The Golden Grizzlies fell to Youngstown State University 72-60. Oakland's 30 points in the paint were not enough to overcome the Penguins' advantage in free throws, where they converted 15 of 21 attempts.

The first quarter began with Oakland capitalizing on turnovers, converting them into points through fast breaks and assists. Makenzie Luehring and Layla Gold led the charge with key 3-pointers, while Angie Smith and Filippa Goula contributed with assists and defensive rebounds. Oakland's defense forced five turnovers, limiting the Penguins' opportunities.

Oakland's offensive efforts were highlighted by effective shooting from beyond the arc, connecting on four 3-pointers in the quarter. The quarter concluded with Oakland holding a 19-12 lead, as their offensive momentum skyrocketed.

Oakland began the second quarter by capitalizing on a turnover, with Filippa Goula converting a layup to maintain momentum. Despite the Penguins' Danielle Cameron responding with a 3-pointer, Oakland's Luehring answered with a 3-pointer of her own, assisted by Jasmine "Jazzy" Dupree-Hebert, to extend the lead to 24–17.

Oakland continued to build on their lead with Gold's 3-pointer, pushing the score to 27–19. The team capitalized on free throws, with Lianna Baxter adding two points from the line, maintaining a 30–22 advantage.

As the quarter progressed, Oakland's defense held firm, blocking shots and securing rebounds. Gold added another layup, assisted by Baxter, to make it 34-24. Angie Smith's layup in the final seconds solidified Oakland's position, closing the quarter at 36–29. Both teams scored 17 points in the period, keeping Oakland's overall lead steady.

Oakland opened the third quarter with a strong inside presence, scoring six points in the paint. Lianna Baxter contributed with an early jumper at 8:44 to maintain the lead. Despite the Penguins' efforts, including a surge of six fast-break points, Oakland's defense held firm, allowing only three field goals.

As the quarter progressed, Oakland faced pressure from the Penguins, who closed the gap with back-to-back free throws and a three-pointer by Hayden Barrier at 4:45. Oakland briefly regained momentum with a fast-break layup by Layla Gold at 1:14, but the Penguins responded with a late three-pointer by Erica King.

In the final moments, Jazzy Dupree-Hebert secured the lead for Oakland with a three-pointer at the buzzer, ending the quarter with Oakland ahead 47-46.

The fourth quarter began with Makenzie Luehring scoring a layup, briefly extending Oakland's lead. However, the Penguins responded with a series of successful plays in the paint, including multiple layups by Sophia Gregory and Erica King, shifting the momentum in their favor. The home team struggled to maintain possession, committing turnovers that allowed the visitors to capitalize and take the lead.

Despite efforts from Layla Gold and Makenzie Luehring, who contributed with layups and free throws, Oakland faced challenges against the Penguins' efficient shooting. The visitors managed to extend their lead with a series of successful field goals, including a crucial three-pointer by Danielle Cameron.

As the quarter progressed, the Penguins continued to apply pressure, maintaining their scoring advantage. Oakland's attempts to close the gap, including a late layup by Dupree-Hebert, were not enough to overcome the deficit. The period concluded with the Penguins ahead, closing the game with a score of 72-60.

Makenzie Luehring led the team with 20 points, converting seven of 15 field goal attempts, including three 3-pointers. Layla Gold contributed 18 points, hitting six field goals and three shots from beyond the arc, while also securing five rebounds. Angie Smith added eight points on four of six shooting and dished out two assists. Sereniti Roberts-Adams recorded six rebounds, with four coming on the offensive end.

In their next matchup, Oakland will travel to Highland Heights, Kentucky, to face Northern Kentucky University. The game will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 6 p.m.