Baylor was facing a tough test against No 23 Utah but with key players missing from the lineup the Bears were in desperate need of someone to step up and lead the team to victory That someone was Bella Fontleroy who put on a show and helped Baylor secure their first ranked win of the season
The Bears were struggling to find their rhythm early on in the game and it seemed like Utah was going to run away with the win But Fontleroy had other plans as she took it upon herself to spark a Baylor rally that would change the course of the game
With her impressive performance Fontleroy was able to not only bring energy to her teammates but also draw attention from the Utah defense This allowed her to create scoring opportunities for herself and her teammates as the Bears started to pull away from the Utes
As the game came down to the wire Baylor was able to hold off a late surge from Utah and secure the win The final score was a testament to the resilience and determination of the Bears who were able to overcome adversity and come out on top
This win marks the fourth straight victory for Baylor and their first ranked win of the season The Bears are now looking to build on this momentum as they head into the next phase of their season With Fontleroy leading the charge Baylor is looking like a force to be reckoned with in the world of college basketball
The Bears will be back in action soon and fans will be eager to see if they can continue their winning streak and make a deep run in the tournament With their current form and Fontleroy at the helm the possibilities are endless for this talented group of players