AMES, Iowa – No. 8 Iowa State (1-0) claimed the season-opening victory over Cleveland State (0-1) by a score of 87-54 on Monday. Three Cyclones hit double digits while two recorded double-doubles.

The Cyclones claimed the 34-point victory shooting 43.8 from the field with eight 3-pointers made.

Ashley Joens notched career double-double No. 50 as the senior finished 28 points and 11 rebounds. Stephanie Soares recorded the first double-double of her Cyclone career, bringing in 15 points and a game-leading 14 rebounds. Denae Fritz came one point shy of a double-double with nine points and 10 rebounds.

Iowa State went out to a 36-point lead in the first half, led by Joens with 24 points. Joens dominated the first two periods, adding in nine rebounds, four assists, two blocks and a perfect 6-of-6 shooting from the charity stripe.

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No. 8 Iowa State continues its homestand hosting Southern this Thursday, Nov. 10 at 6:30 p.m. The game will be streamed on Big 12 Now on ESPN+ and tickets are available through the Iowa State Athletics Ticket Office.