Tess Heal scored 16 points, capped by two free throws with 1.8 seconds to play, and Santa Clara ended No. 17 Gonzaga's 14-game winning streak with a 77-72 victory
Brandin Podziemski’s 30 points led Santa Clara over Eastern Washington 84-72 in a season opener. Podziemski also contributed nine rebounds and five steals for the Broncos.
Jill Townsend led a balanced attack with 14 points and 10 rebounds and No. 18 Gonzaga defeated Santa Clara 72-62 in the semifinals of the WCC tournament.
Corey Kispert scored 25 points, Drew Timme added 16 of his 18 points in the second half, and No. 1 Gonzaga won its 50th straight at home with a 89-75 win over Santa Clara.