Wheeler senior forward Paige Finch has committed to Indiana Northwest to continue her basketball career and education beginning in the Fall of 2012. The 6'0" post from Valparaiso, IN is currently averaging 10.7 points per game and 5.8 rebounds for the 15-5 Bearcats who recently captured the Greater South Shore Tournament and Conference Championships. Finch a major contributor to the Wheeler's success and post season title hopesis finishing at a staggering 61% from the floor this season.

It was the women's 12^th victory in a row this season and perhaps their most significant win of the year. It was certainly a noteworthy milestone for a successful program that appears to be at the top of its game as it competes for position in the upcoming A.I.I. Conference Tournament.

Indiana Northwest Defeated Andrews 75-33 on Jan. 24

Indiana Northwest's Annual Homecoming Celebration and doubleheader started off on the right foot as the RedHawks Women jumped out to a 12-0 advantage over the visiting Andrews Cardinals and never looked back cruising to a 75-33 victory. The RedHawks defensive pressure and transition game were sharp as they forced several first half miscues leading to several transition opportunities and a 48-17 halftime advantage. IU Northwest shot a blistering 53% from the floor in the first 20 minutes as a balanced RedHawk resulted in four players in double figures led by freshman forward Michelle Rosenbaum's 14 points (5-7 fg) in just 13 minutes of play. RedHawk guards Juliette and Annmarie Keller both tallied 12 points , 2 rebounds and 2 assists in 19 minutes, while freshman forward Paige Hickenbottom also ended up in double digits with 10 points. The win improved IU Northwest to 13-10 on the season and was their 10th straight win. IUN hasn't lost since way back on Dec. 17 when they lost in overtime 70-67 at Cornerstone.