Waleska, GA. - In an intensely close AAC conference battle at the Brown Athletic Center on Wednesday night, the Reinhardt University Eagles etched out a narrow win against the Tennessee Wesleyan Bulldogs, with a final score of 70-69. The game, marked by fierce competition and high stakes, was decided in a gripping overtime finale.
From the onset, the game was a neck-and-neck affair, culminating in a halftime score of 31-30 in favor of Reinhardt. Noelle Lavery led the Eagles with a stellar performance, scoring 19 points along with grabbing 5 rebounds and securing 3 steals. Her prowess on the court was crucial in keeping the Eagles competitive throughout the game. Supporting her were Kiara Simpson and Niya Moon, who added 11 and 10 points respectively. Other notable contributions came from Lana Van Dyke, who was incredible on the defensive end, securing 8 blocks and 8 rebounds.
The Bulldogs were led by Jacelyn Stone, whose impressive 22 points were not enough to secure a win for Tennessee Wesleyan. The Eagles' defense was pivotal in the game's outcome, especially in overtime where they maintained composure and executed key free throws to seal the victory by Laphina Campbell & Noelle Lavery
Looking forward, the Eagles are set to face the Columbia College Koalas in a home contest this upcoming Saturday, January 25th, in Waleska, GA. With a current record of 14-6 overall and 10-4 in the conference, the Eagles are aiming to keep their winning momentum. Reinhardt fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an exciting match-up as their team seeks to solidify their standing in the conference.
