SAINT MARY-OF-THE-WOODS, Ind. – The SMWC Women's Basketball team (11-11, 5-10) suffered a tough loss to Oakland City this evening 76-88 after a back-and-forth affair. The team led by as much as 10 in the 2nd quarter and even held Oakland City to a 58-58 tie heading into the fourth quarter, but the Trailblazers would go on a 9-0 run to start the quarter and never looked back. The loss drops the team to an even record on the season and 6-10 in the RSC. SMWC currently sits at #4 in the USCAA coaches ranking as they seek a chance to attend the National Tournament. Brooklynn Jones led the way with 19 points, followed by Avalee Jeffers with 16.
By The Numbers
- Jones led the team with 19 points while Jeffers' 16 points and 10 rebounds earned her another double-double.
- The Pomeroys started hot, shooting 50% in the first quarter, but their 26.7% shooting in the 4th allowed OCU to pull away.
- Oakland City's Taylor Dillard finished the game with 24 points while Emilee Hope poured in 19.
Next Up
The team continues their long week of play this Tuesday, February 15th when the men and women face Midway University at 5:30 & 7:30 p.m. ET.
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