October 29, 2024

Lakeland, FL – The Nelson University Lady Lions gave it their all Tuesday evening in a thrilling showdown against the Southeastern Fire at "The Furnace" in Lakeland, Florida. Despite their relentless drive, the Lady Lions came up short with a final score of 64-75, marking their first loss of the season after a spirited start.
 

Lady Lions Review
The Lady Lions started strong, showing resilience and grit throughout the game. In the opening quarter, Nelson University's sharp-shooting offense managed to put up 17 points, but Southeastern's relentless play led them to a six-point lead, closing the quarter 23-17 in favor of the Fire. The second quarter saw the Lady Lions fight back with impressive teamwork, although they struggled with shooting consistency, hitting only 5 of 15 attempts and scoring 12 points. At halftime, Southeastern maintained a close edge, leading 38-29.

The third quarter brought out a renewed energy in the Lady Lions, as they shot 43.75% from the field, nearly matching Southeastern. Kate Miller, with her dynamic presence, contributed 16 points along with 10 rebounds, notching a double-double performance. Miller's relentless play on both ends kept the Fire defense on their toes. Alongside her, Autumn Moore showcased her offensive skills, adding 16 points with a remarkable 4-5 from the free-throw line, consistently converting under pressure.

In the fourth quarter, Nelson fought to cut the gap, with Paris Miller making her presence known from beyond the arc, hitting 2 out of 5 three-pointers and totaling 13 points. Lauryn Scalise also stepped up, adding 9 points and playing a pivotal role off the bench, sparking the Lady Lions with energy. However, Southeastern's defense tightened in the final minutes, holding the Lady Lions to just 17 points in the last quarter and ultimately securing their 75-64 victory.

Next Up?
The Lady Lions look to regroup and sharpen their skills as they head into an exhibition match against Oklahoma Baptist University. This Friday, Nov. 1, at 7:00 PM in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Nelson University (formerly SAGU) is a private Christian university, established in 1927 by P.C. Nelson. The University is located 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie, Texas, and offers more than 70 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campus or online. For more information, visit www.nelson.edu or by calling 1-888-YES-SAGU.