Cobras Battle With NCAA D1 East Tennessee State
December 30, 2023

Cobras Battle With NCAA D1 East Tennessee State

Johnson City, TN - In a thrilling matchup between Coker and ETSU, it was the latter who emerged victorious with a final score of 65-53. Despite a valiant effort from Coker, they were unable to overcome ETSU's strong offensive presence and fell just short of a comeback.

From the start, ETSU took control of the game, taking a 22-8 lead in the first quarter. Their aggressive offense proved to be effective against the Cobras in the opening period. Coker fought back in the second quarter, narrowing the gap with some impressive shooting from Dominique Rodriguez and Mya Wasswa. Rodriguez, in particular, displayed her scoring prowess by contributing 15 points to Coker's efforts. However, ETSU's strong defense limited Coker's scoring opportunities and maintained their lead going into halftime.

The second half saw both teams battling it out, with Coker showing resilience and determination. Despite their efforts, ETSU's defensive pressure remained relentless, causing Coker to struggle with turnovers and missed opportunities. Coker's Shawntenna Tillman provided a spark off the bench with her sharp shooting, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide in their favor.

Although Coker fell short in this matchup, they displayed resilience and determination throughout the game. Their strong defensive efforts, led by Kamari Thompson and Dasia Lambert, kept them within striking distance. However, ETSU's balanced scoring attack and suffocating defense ultimately secured their victory.

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