The Lady Tigers are heating up at the right time securing a impressive victory over the Southwest Lady Bears in the Pinnacle on Tuesday night.
Cyla Myers and
Kamil Washum set a decisive tone early on, guiding the Lady Tigers to a commanding 16-4 lead, prompting a timeout from the Southwest Lady Bears.
Tereah Hayslett's layup sustained the Lady Tigers' momentum, concluding the first quarter with a solid 23-12 lead.
The Tigers showcased an impressive defensive performance, extending their lead to 30-18 midway through the second quarter.
Janiya Jones displayed her three-point prowess, contributing to the Lady Tigers' significant 39-24 lead with just a minute remaining in the first half. Critical plays from Jones, Washum, and Myers secured a 42-24 lead at halftime.
The Lady Tigers maintained their intensity in the third quarter, reaching a formidable 54-31 advantage. As the game approached its climax, with only five games left in the regular season, the Lady Tigers displayed unwavering determination and resilience.
Despite a late push from the Lady Bears, narrowing the gap to 54-40 at the start of the fourth quarter and reducing the lead to nine with seven minutes remaining, the Lady Tigers held on with a 60-54 lead at the two-minute mark.
Kennedi Wagner's crucial layup extended the lead to 63-56 with just 46 seconds left. In the end, the Lady Tigers secured a hard-fought victory with a final score of 67-60.
Kamil Washum and
Janiya Jones would have big night's finishing with 18 points a piece to lead all scorers.
Looking forward, the Lady Tigers are gaining momentum down the stretch with only five games remaining in the regular season. The team's focus and determination will undoubtedly be crucial as they head to Wesson, MS, for an away game, facing the Co-Lin Wolves on February 22nd at 5:30 PM. The Lady Tigers aim to continue their winning streak and build momentum for a successful postseason.Â
STATS
Kamil Washum 18, Janiya Jones 18, Cayla Myers 10, Jamaica Young 4, Ceriah Evans 4, Kennedi Wagner 9, Tereah Hayslett 4.
