LAURINBURG, N.C. (Nov. 4, 2022) - The Truett McConnell University women's basketball team traveled for their Appalachian Athletic Conference opener against St. Andrews University, where the Lady Bears opened conference play with a dominating victory, 72-58. TMU rises to a record of 1-1, 1-0 AAC, while the Knights fall to 0-1, 0-1 AAC.

PLAY BY PLAY
The Lady Bears and Knights were evenly matched from the start, but a layup from Camilla Callihan put TMU on the board. A jump shot from Quan Holton and a free throw from Alysee Dobbs quickly tied the score. The Knights rallied ahead, forcing TMU to work from behind with a jump shot from Re'Tavia Floyd and another free throw from Dobbs. A turnover from the Knights propelled TMU forward with a free throw and a three-pointer from Tia Shelton. A free throw from Kacie Williams, followed by a Dobbs layup and free throw continued to add to the Lady Bears' lead. A three-pointer from Natalie Nixon and Floyd closed out the first half with TMU ahead 41-24.

In the third and fourth quarter, the Knights had to work hard to close the margin. A layup from Holton and a three-pointer from Floyd held the Knights at bay, but the Knights were persistent. Two successful free throws from Floyd and Holton grew the Lady Bears' lead, where a Dobbs layup propelled them ahead. The Knights were able to gain momentum to take final shots of their own, but the Lady Bears secured a 72-58 victory.

LEADERS
Most notable, Dobbs led the way with a double-double, recording 20 points, going 4-6 at the free throw line, and recorded 12 rebounds. Holton followed with 16 points, going 6-12 in the paint, while recording five rebounds. Floyd tallied 16 points, going 3-4 at the free throw line. Nixon and Sydnie Smith recorded seven rebounds apiece.

UP NEXT
The Lady Bears return to the Benjamin F. Brady Arena for their home opener against AAC foe Point University on Tuesday, November 8. Tip-off is set for 5:30 p.m.