January 12–13, 2024: Women's Basketball
Voorhees University's women's basketball team engaged in a challenging weekend, securing a victory against College of the Ozarks on January 12 but facing a tough loss against Crowley's Ridge (AR) on January 13. Let's delve into the contrasting outcomes of both matchups:
Game 1: Voorhees University vs. College of the Ozarks
Final Score:
Voorhees University 50
College of the Ozarks 53
In a closely contested battle, Voorhees University fought hard but narrowly fell short against College of the Ozarks, concluding the game with a final score of 50-53.
Key Players
Voorhees University:
Nedisha Ford (Guard/Forward):
Nedisha Ford showcased her skills, contributing 19 points and displaying versatility with seven successful field goals, including one three-pointer.
Hallia Carl (Guard):
Hallia Carl demonstrated resilience, scoring 17 points for Voorhees University. Her efforts included six rebounds, three steals, and a commendable three-pointer.
Key Players
College of the Ozarks:
Susanna Moran (Guard): Susanna Moran played a pivotal role in the College of the Ozarks' victory, accumulating 22 points and securing a double-double with 11 rebounds.
Kayley Frank (Forward): Kayley Frank made significant contributions, scoring 8 points and showcasing an all-around game with nine rebounds and six assists.
Game 2: Voorhees University vs. Crowley's Ridge (AR)
Final Score:
Voorhees University 78
Crowley's Ridge (AR) 63
The second game witnessed a strong comeback from Voorhees University, securing a decisive victory against Crowley's Ridge (AR) with a final score of 78-63.
Key Players for Voorhees University:
Hallia Carl (Guard):
Hallia Carl emerged as a key player, leading the team with 17 points and demonstrating three-point shooting prowess.
Nedisha Ford (Guard/Forward): Ford maintained her consistent performance, contributing 19 points and showcasing efficiency with 7 successful field goals.
Key players for Crowley's Ridge (AR):
Ansley Dawson (Guard): Ansley Dawson played a significant role, scoring 20 points for Crowley's Ridge (AR) with three successful three-pointers.
Hunter Gibson (Forward): Hunter Gibson contributed 11 points and actively participated in rebounding, securing seven boards.
Voorhees University's women's basketball team experienced both the thrill of victory and the challenge of defeat in a weekend marked by intense competition. The team's resilience and standout performances provide a promising outlook for future matches.
