BANNER ELK, N.C. – The Lees-McRae College women's basketball team defeated Chowan University at home on Saturday afternoon by a final score of, 55-53.
The game opened in favor of Chowan as they took the early eight to nothing lead thanks to cold shooting and turnovers from the Bobcats. Lees-McRae countered with Jessica Henderson who scored the Bobcats first five points to help close the gap. The Positive momentum would continue as Brianna Wright knocked down a corner three to give Lees-McRae a 14-12 lead early in the second quarter. The Bobcats continued to play neck and neck with the Hawks and at the break, held a 24-23 lead.
The second half played out much like the first, with both teams knocking down big shot after big shot. The play of Destiny Johnson down the stretch proved to be the difference in the end. Johnson hit a three and contested two pointer to give the Bobcats a lead they would never relinquish.
The win improves the Bobcats record to 6-12 overall and 3-7 in conference. Lees-McRae will return to action next Wednesday when they face Limestone at home. Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m.
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