The Bryan College women's basketball team fell in a tightly contested Appalachian Athletic Conference matchup against Milligan University, 72-69, on December 7, 2024, at Steve Lacy Fieldhouse.
Key Performances:
- Torie Brooks led the Lions with 23 points, hitting 5 of 11 three-pointers, and added 2 rebounds.
- Leah Stinnett contributed 8 points, 5 assists, and 3 rebounds, showing her versatility.
- Sydney Neale came off the bench to score 8 points, including a three-pointer, and grabbed 3 rebounds.
Game Highlights:
- Bryan outscored Milligan 27-21 in the fourth quarter, sparked by Brooks' clutch three-point shooting.
- The Lions shot 43.3% from the field, including 39.1% from beyond the arc, keeping the game competitive until the final whistle.
- Despite Bryan's late surge, Milligan sealed the game at the free-throw line, converting 13 of 14 attempts.
Team Stats:
- Field Goal Percentage: Bryan 43.3%, Milligan 43.9%
- Three-Point Percentage: Bryan 39.1%, Milligan 37.5%
- Free Throw Percentage: Bryan 61.5%, Milligan 92.9%
- Rebounds: Milligan edged Bryan 36-30, including 9 offensive boards.
Next Game:
Bryan (3-7, 2-5 AAC) will look to rebound as they continue their conference schedule Tuesday December back at home at 5:30 PM
