Lady Lions Claim First Southland Conference Victory!

News Summary

The Southeastern Louisiana University women’s basketball team celebrated a thrilling start to their Southland Conference season with a narrow victory against Nicholls, finishing 58-54. Junior guard Jalencia Pierre led the team with 18 points, supported by Alexius Horne with 16 points. The Lady Lions showcased resilience, recovering from a challenging second quarter to secure their first conference win. They will look to build on this momentum as they prepare for their next game against McNeese.

Big Win for Lady Lions in Southeastern Louisiana!

In a thrilling evening of basketball, the Southeastern Louisiana University women’s basketball team kicked off their Southland Conference season by claiming a hard-fought victory against Nicholls, wrapping up the game at the David R. Stopher Gymnasium with a final score of 58-54. This win marks an important milestone as it’s the team’s first conference victory of the season!

The Most Valuable Players

Leading the charge for the Lady Lions was junior guard Jalencia Pierre, who put on a spectacular performance, racking up a season-high of 18 points. Pierre not only dazzled with her scoring but also dished out four assists, showcasing her all-around skills. She shot an impressive 5-10 from the field and made a solid impact from the free-throw line, hitting 8-12 of her attempts.

Teammate Alexius Horne also contributed significantly to the scoreboard with 16 points, adding six assists and two notable blocks to her stat line. Horne showed her prowess on the court with a shooting record of 5-13 from the field and a perfect run of 4-4 from the free throw line.

Making a splash in her new role, senior transfer Kaili Chamberlin added eight points and four assists with a shooting performance of 3-6. The combined efforts of these players led Southeastern to an impressive start.

The Game Breakdown

The match began with the Lady Lions in control, launching an early 6-0 run and setting a spirited tone for the game. Despite some fierce competition from Nicholls, who stayed within striking distance, the Lady Lions finished the first quarter leading by three points, 13-10.

However, Nicholls regrouped and stormed back in the second quarter, turning the tables and outscoring Southeastern 17-10. Despite a few bumps in the road, the Lady Lions didn’t back down and managed to regain the momentum in the next quarter.

The third quarter was where the magic truly happened for Southeastern, as they jumped out to a notable lead with a stunning 21-11 point advantage. This burst of energy in the third quarter was essential, firmly establishing them as the stronger side as the game progressed.

Defensive Strategy and Highlights

Despite losing the rebounding battle 42-28, the Lady Lions capitalized on their strengths, scoring 26 points in the paint and making the most of their opportunities, including 16 points off turnovers. Southeastern shot 30.8 percent from the field and a remarkable 78.9 percent from the free throw line, which proved critical for sealing their win.

The team also enjoyed the support from their bench, contributing an essential 14 points to the overall tally, showcasing their depth and teamwork.

What’s Next

Exciting times lay ahead for the Lady Lions as they prepare to take on McNeese in Lake Charles, LA, this Saturday at 1 p.m.. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN+ or listen online at www.LionSports.net/ListenLive, as the team looks to build on their momentum and secure another victory!

This win is sure to inject some extra excitement into the season, and we can’t wait to see how the Lady Lions continue to develop their game in the competitive landscape of the Southland Conference!