CLEVELAND, Ga. (October 26, 2021) – The Truett McConnell University women's basketball season is set to begin Thursday, Oct. 28, at Thomas University, with tipoff set for 5:30 p.m.
"We are excited to play a full schedule of basketball this year and have a lot of experience returning from a year ago," said Head Coach Tiek Fields. "Looking forward to the challenges the AAC will bring this season but with addition of some new players coming in, the goal is that they develop fast and help us continue to build the level of play this season."
Seniors Re'Tavia Floyd and Quan Holton are amongst the group of key returners, along with senior leaders Natalie Nixon, Sydney Rumble, Jessica Jackson and Camilla Callihan. Floyd was featured earning a spot on the All-Conference first team and All-Defensive team, as well as ranking No. 10 in the NAIA in total scoring (467) and No. 11 in total 3-point field goals made (71). Holton concluded the season leading the team with 52 assists and 111 total rebounds, while the Lady Bears ranked No. 23 overall in total blocks (92). TMU will feature a total of five incomers.
The Lady Bears conference home opener is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 6, against Appalachian Athletic Conference foe, Columbia College, at 2:00 p.m.
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