Women's Basketball Falls in South Atlantic Conference Playoffs

In a closely contested matchup, Coker University faced off against Lenoir-Rhyne in a thrilling game on March 5, 2024. Despite a strong effort from Coker, Lenoir-Rhyne ultimately emerged victorious with a final score of 62-57.

Coker's Kamari Thompson led the team with an impressive performance, scoring 19 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Mya Wasswa also contributed with 11 points, while Mariah Mitchem added 14 points and five assists. Despite their efforts, Coker was unable to overcome Lenoir-Rhyne's strong offensive presence.

Lenoir-Rhyne was led by Mikeba Jones, who scored 19 points and pulled down 13 rebounds. Emily Harman added 12 points and four assists, while Blaikley Crooks chipped in with 14 points. Lenoir-Rhyne's efficient shooting and solid team play proved to be the difference in the game.

Overall, both teams put up a valiant effort, but Lenoir-Rhyne's strong performance on both ends of the court secured the victory. Coker will look to bounce back from this loss and continue to compete at a high level in future games.