The Rundown:  The Concordia Eagles were close early, but Azusa Pacific controlled the majority of the way and won 98-79 inside CU Arena on Tuesday night.

By the Numbers:  Brittany Stafford was outstanding for CUI with 19 points and five rebounds.  Ryan Robinson and Zoe Goss chipped in 11, and Ashley Earles scored 10.

The Difference:  CUI was outscored in the paint, 34-22, and APU made 10 more free throws.

Critical Plays:  Neither team scored it well early and APU led 6-5 five minutes in.  Ryan Robinson drilled a three for CUI and it was tied at 13.  APU led 21-17 after one.  APU hit three straight threes to lead 32-24.  The Cougars built a 48-34 halftime lead.  To start the second half APU built their lead to 20, 58-38.  Brittany Stafford hit a layup and jumper as CUI tried to keep pace, 62-45.  Stafford kept scoring with a three-point play, and CUI trailed 86-69. 

What it Means:  CUI dropped to 1-8 and remained winless in the PacWest at 0-4.  APU improved to 10-2 and 4-0 in the conference.

Up Next:  The Eagles will host Hawaii-Hilo at 5:30 pm on Thursday.  Check the live links in the inset.