UAF men's and women's basketball teams each win season openers by more than 50 points

The University of Alaska Fairbanks men's and women's basketball teams each won their season openers by more than 50 points, according to results both programs posted Saturday.

The Nanooks men, coached by Frank Ostanik, won 122-65. "What a way to start things off!" the men's team account posted.

The women beat Pacific Union 121-35 to improve to 1-0, a result the women's team account called "An absolutely DOMINANT start to the season!" Later Saturday, the account posted a second win, 118-62, and said the team had opened with back-to-back 100-point games.

The Nanooks compete in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference.

The UAF volleyball team scheduled its final home match of the season for Saturday. It was Senior Day, honoring Presley, Cynphany, Peri, Tessa and McKenna, the volleyball account posted. The team also held a Military Appreciation game Thursday night, the account posted.

Fans at select men's and women's basketball games this season can win up to $100 at halftime in a Dash for Cash contest, sponsored by Mt. McKinley Bank, the athletics department posted. Participants must sign up in teams.