EAU CLAIRE, Wis. - The Minnesota Morris women's basketball team had their fifth straight game on the road to start the season Saturday at UW-Eau Claire. The Blugolds took an early lead and sustained it throughout in handing the Cougars a 76-50 setback.

The undefeated Blugolds lead by double-digits after one quarter and outscored the Cougars in every quarter.

Mauren Thiesen led two Cougars in double figures with 14 points while making 3-of-4 from 3-point range. Bailey Miller went 5-for-7 from the floor in obtaining 11 points. Kendra Raths added six points and led the team with nine rebounds.

Minnesota Morris (0-5) has their home opener on tap Tuesday night as they host Mayville State at 7:30 p.m. at Jim Gremmels Court.