Wednesday, February 7th, 2007

Women's Basketball Team Extends Winning Streak To Six

In its final home game of the regular season the Piedmont College women's basketball team extended its season-best winning streak to six games with a 76-62 victory over visiting Great South Athletic Conference opponent Huntingdon College. The Lady Hawks, who handed PC their only conference loss thus far, were held to a mere 31% from the field compared to the Lady Lions impressive 42% from the floor.

The victory moves Piedmont to 15-6 overall and 9-1 in the GSAC. HC drops to 7-15 overall and 3-6 in conference action.

The first half featured six lead changes and the Lady Lions entered the half with a slim 34-31 lead. PC then went on a 16-4 run to open the final half and extended their lead to as many as 22 before coasting to the 14-point victory.

Sheena Trimiar led four Lady Lions in double-figures with 17 points. Yetta Bailey was dominant on both ends of the floor nothing a double-double of 12 points and 10 rebounds along with a game-high five blocks. Lisa Jennings added 11 points including 3-6 from behind the tri-fecta while Beth Adcock added 10 points and a game-high nine assists.

Huntingdon was led by Patsy Slater who notched a double-double of 20 points and 19 rebounds, both game-highs. Lori Bonds also reached double-figures with 15 points.