ST. PETER, Minn. – Another strong defensive performance from the No. 11th-ranked Bethel University women's basketball team earned them an 82-69 road victory at Gustavus Adolphus Saturday evening.

The win locks Bethel into a top two seed and first round bye in the MIAC Playoffs. The Royals (22-1, 17-1 MIAC) are set for a big time showdown with Augsburg Wednesday where a win earns them the regular season conference champion title. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. inside the Robertson Center.

Read the full recap of Saturday's contest by clicking here. 

Story by Austin Lagesse, Bethel University Assistant Sports Information Director