Box Score Mount Berry, GA---- Centre comes out on top with a second win over Berry, 54 to 46

The opening quarter was packed full of defense, turnovers, and short scoring bursts from both sides. Centre started early with a controlling tempo by attacking the rim and capitalizing on Berry's turnovers. Lilly Reid had an impact on both ends, scoring inside while collecting multiple steals to disrupt Berry's offense. Lola Fouts knocked down an early three, and Centre's ball pressure led to several transition opportunities.

Berry struggled with finding consistency against Centre's defense, committing several turnovers. Briaiah Lewis provided most of Berry's offense with a pair of strong finishes in the lane, helping keep the game close midway through the quarter.

Centre carried over into the second quarter, again setting the tone on the defensive end. Tessa Miles took control on offense, scoring repeatedly on drives, pull-up jumpers, and at the free-throw lines to stretch the lead early on.

Berry continued to battle but struggled to keep responsive, scoring against centre's scoring drives. Briaiah Lewis and Alana Azeta attacked the lane and fought for tough baskets. However, with the struggle on offense, Berry also struggled to stop Centre tempo as the score going into the half was Centre ahead 29 to 15.

The second half proved to be a turnaround for Berry, as they came out of halftime with renewed energy, putting defensive pressure and capitalizing on transition opportunities to chip away at the Colonels' lead.

Centre responded quickly with baskets from Lilly Reid, including a floater and a late three-pointer, while Lindsay Jessie added points at the free-throw line. Despite the scoring rhythm, the quarter featured frequent turnovers on both sides, which created a disruption to the offensive rhythm, keeping either team from going on long scoring runs.

Berry found additional success at the basket through Elly Callihan, briefly cutting the deficit and shifting momentum. Centre responded with defensive rebounds led by Arin Nipp and steady plays to keep control heading into the final period.

Berry turned the fourth quarter into a physical, pressure-filled finish, making a late push. They opened the quarter aggressively, attacking the basket and drawing fouls, with Lauren Ellard, Briaiah Lewis, and Ava Travis helping to cut the gap through free throws and strong interior play.

Centre answered every run with timely baskets. Tessa Miles continued to be a force, scoring on drives and knocking down key free throws to keep Berry at bay. Lilly Reid made several momentum-saving plays, with defensive rebounds, a layup, and a steal to halt Berry's comeback attempt.

Late in the quarter, Berry's defensive pressure forced turnovers and kept the game competitive, but Centre's rebounding and late free throw shooting allowed the Colonels to close out the game 54-46.