The Bobcats stretch out a slim halftime lead to make it to the third round for the first time in nearly two decades.

Elsa Daulerio plays big, putting up 20 points and pulling down 20 rebounds, for the Bobcats, who will face Widener on Saturday in Lewiston.

After earning an at-large bid, the Bobcats welcome three other teams to Alumni Gym with a third-round berth on the line.

The freshman receives recognition from both the conference and the state’s coaches. He is one of five Bobcats to receive accolades.

The Bobcats take a 13-0 lead into halftime and breeze to their first win of the young season. Also, a Bates baseball player earns a rare honor.

The Bobcats pull away after halftime to secure a spot in Sunday’s championship game against host and rival Bowdoin.