DePaul University Athletics
Wednesday, January 21
Indianapolis, Ind.
6:00 PM
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DePaul’s Comeback Falls Short at Butler
1/21/2026 8:39:00 PM | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Four Blue Demons finish in double figures for second-straight game
INDIANAPOLIS -- A late push brought the Blue Demons within two possessions in the final minute of the game, but DePaul came up short in a 73–67 setback at Butler on Wednesday night at Hinkle Fieldhouse. In a physical, fast-paced contest, the Bulldogs created separation at the free throw line, converting 25 of 29 attempts.
Four Blue Demons finished in double figures for the second straight game, led by Ally Timm and Michelle Ojo with 12 points apiece. Timm connected on 4-of-6 attempts from beyond the arc, while Ojo reached double figures for the third consecutive contest. Alayna West added 11 points on 62-percent shooting from the field to go along with two steals, and Kate Novik chipped in 10 points, seven rebounds and four assists.
The Bulldogs were led by Saniya Jackson, who posted a team-high 22 points and 10 rebounds.
How It Happened
After Butler scored the game's first two baskets, back-to-back triples from Hagemann gave DePaul its first lead of the game. The Bulldogs responded with a 7–0 run before Newman knocked down her first field goal to halt the surge. Butler shot 63 percent in the opening quarter and held a 20–12 lead after 10 minutes.
DePaul (4-17, 1-9 BIG EAST) opened the second quarter by converting four of its first five field goals, cutting the deficit to 26–21 at the media timeout. The Blue Demons were then held scoreless for 4:45 before Timm drained consecutive three-pointers, including a buzzer-beater to end the half. Butler owned a 31–27 advantage at the break.
Trailing by as many as 10 in the third quarter, the Blue Demons showed resilience, scoring on four of their final six possessions to close within 47–43 heading into the final quarter.
Hitting five of their final seven field goals, the Blue Demons pulled within four on Timm's fourth three-pointer of the night with 25 seconds remaining but would get no closer as the Bulldogs held on for the win.
DePaul Notes
DePaul returns to Chicago to host Creighton at Wintrust Arena on Sunday, Jan. 25. Tipoff for the Blue Demons' annual Play4Kay game is set for 2 p.m.
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Ticket Information
Season tickets for the 2025-26 DePaul women's basketball season are on sale now, starting at just $115. Season ticket holders receive access to every game at Wintrust Arena and exclusive benefits! Secure your seats today at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Tickets. Group ticket options are also available now for parties of 10 or more, making it easy to bring your team, company or friends to a game. Explore all group ticket options at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Groups.
Flex plans, mobile passes, and single-game tickets are also on sale. To stay up-to-date, sign up for DePaul Athletics email updates or text alerts.
Four Blue Demons finished in double figures for the second straight game, led by Ally Timm and Michelle Ojo with 12 points apiece. Timm connected on 4-of-6 attempts from beyond the arc, while Ojo reached double figures for the third consecutive contest. Alayna West added 11 points on 62-percent shooting from the field to go along with two steals, and Kate Novik chipped in 10 points, seven rebounds and four assists.
The Bulldogs were led by Saniya Jackson, who posted a team-high 22 points and 10 rebounds.
How It Happened
After Butler scored the game's first two baskets, back-to-back triples from Hagemann gave DePaul its first lead of the game. The Bulldogs responded with a 7–0 run before Newman knocked down her first field goal to halt the surge. Butler shot 63 percent in the opening quarter and held a 20–12 lead after 10 minutes.
DePaul (4-17, 1-9 BIG EAST) opened the second quarter by converting four of its first five field goals, cutting the deficit to 26–21 at the media timeout. The Blue Demons were then held scoreless for 4:45 before Timm drained consecutive three-pointers, including a buzzer-beater to end the half. Butler owned a 31–27 advantage at the break.
Trailing by as many as 10 in the third quarter, the Blue Demons showed resilience, scoring on four of their final six possessions to close within 47–43 heading into the final quarter.
Hitting five of their final seven field goals, the Blue Demons pulled within four on Timm's fourth three-pointer of the night with 25 seconds remaining but would get no closer as the Bulldogs held on for the win.
DePaul Notes
- Meg Newman matched her career high with five assists.
- The Blue Demons committed a season-low nine turnovers.
- DePaul dished out 18 assists on the outing, it's 10th time this season with 18 or more helpers.
- DePaul's reserves outscored Butler's bench, 34–21. It marked the sixth time this season the Blue Demons' bench scored 30 or more points.
- Ally Timm reached double figures for the sixth time this season and third straight game with 12 points. The redshirt freshman has knocked down three or more three-pointers in six games this season.
- Kate Novik finished with 10 points, marking her team-leading 14th double-figure scoring performance of the season.
- Michelle Ojo tallied 12 points for her fourth double-figure outing in the last six games.
- Alayna West scored six of her 11 points in the final period, reaching double figures for the fifth time this season.
DePaul returns to Chicago to host Creighton at Wintrust Arena on Sunday, Jan. 25. Tipoff for the Blue Demons' annual Play4Kay game is set for 2 p.m.
Follow the Blue Demons
For all the latest information on DePaul Women's Basketball, please visit DePaulBlueDemons.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Blue Demons on X, Instagram, and Facebook.
Ticket Information
Season tickets for the 2025-26 DePaul women's basketball season are on sale now, starting at just $115. Season ticket holders receive access to every game at Wintrust Arena and exclusive benefits! Secure your seats today at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Tickets. Group ticket options are also available now for parties of 10 or more, making it easy to bring your team, company or friends to a game. Explore all group ticket options at DePaulBlueDemons.com/Groups.
Flex plans, mobile passes, and single-game tickets are also on sale. To stay up-to-date, sign up for DePaul Athletics email updates or text alerts.
Team Stats
DePaul
Butler
FG%
.415
.468
3FG%
.409
.333
FT%
.500
.862
RB
29
37
TO
9
15
STL
5
2
Game Leaders
Pts
12
FGM
5
3FGM
0
FTM
2
Pts
11
FGM
5
3FGM
1
FTM
0
Pts
10
FGM
4
3FGM
0
FTM
2
Players Mentioned
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