Minnesota's depth in the post came in handy again as the Gophers beat Creighton. McCarville had a solid all-around game with 14 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, but it was sophomore center Liz Podomonick who provided the big spark with 20 points off the bench.

Podomonick came in last year as a highly-touted recruit, but struggled for much of the season. This year didn't start much better, but yesterday's game may have finally given her the some of the confidence she needs.

"Things hadn’t really been going my way," Podominick said. "But I prepared myself differently this game. I made sure I was a lot more active, running before and not sitting on the couch or watching TV."

The Gophers had 21 assists on 26 baskets and five players in double figures. "That’s what makes us so dangerous," coach Pam Borton said. "We have so much talent, and we’re so balanced. Janel doesn’t have to score 30."