The Bryan College women's basketball team returned to Appalachian Athletic Conference action with a 60-50 road victory over Tennessee Wesleyan on January 15, 2025, at James L. Robb Gymnasium in Athens, Tennessee.
Key Performances:
- Leah Stinnett contributed across the board with 14 points, 5 assists, 4 rebounds, and 6 steals.
- Autumn Davis led the Lions in scoring with 15 points and added 4 rebounds and 2 assists.
- Torie Brooks chipped in 9 points and grabbed 5 rebounds.
- Ayanna Kinnard provided a strong presence off the bench with 8 points and a team-high 8 rebounds.
Game Highlights:
- Bryan's defense shined, forcing 16 turnovers and holding Tennessee Wesleyan to 34.8% shooting from the field.
- The Lions controlled the boards with a 34-20 rebounding advantage, including 11 offensive rebounds that led to 8 second-chance points.
- Bryan's bench outscored Tennessee Wesleyan's reserves 20-11.
Team Stats:
- Bryan shot 40.4% from the field, while Tennessee Wesleyan managed 34.8%.
- The Lions struggled from beyond the arc (5-23, 21.7%) but made up for it at the free-throw line, converting 9 of 11 attempts (81.8%).
- Points in the paint proved to be crucial, with Bryan outscoring Tennessee Wesleyan 26-16.
Next Game:
The Lions (9-9, 7-6 AAC) will aim to build on this momentum as they head to Barbourville, KY to face Union Commonwealth Wednesday January 22nd.
