Freshman Bryanna Fernstrom poured in 25 points as the Iowa State women opened the season with a 98-76 win over South Carolina Upstate. ISU coach Bill Fennelly was happy with the win but not pleased with the effort on defense. The Cyclones led by as many as 25 points in the opening half and it was never close after that. Fennelly says the Cyclones need to shore up the defense going forward.

Brynn Williamson had 13 points and 12 rebounds for the Cyclones who visit Drake on Tuesday.

(Learfield Sports)