Sewanee, TN——— Centre opens the new year and conference play with an 87-61 win over Sewanee
Centre opened with strong defensive play, using early steals and rebounds to set up scores from Reid, Nipp, and Jessie, building a 12-5 lead. Sewanee generated opportunities through steals and offensive rebounds but struggled to convert, missing several free throws and jump shots.
Arin Nipp's offensive rebounds provided Centre with additional possessions and second-chance points as the quarter progressed. Centre finished the quarter with an 11-point lead, supported by defensive pressure, rebounding, and efficient scoring.
Sewanee opened the second quarter strongly, steadily reducing Centre's lead with aggressive defense and forced turnovers. Both teams traded baskets throughout the quarter, with momentum shifting frequently.
A key three-pointer from Olivia Falvey marked a turning point for Sewanee, as contributions from Falvey, Boyd, Gavin, and Howard narrowed the deficit to five points at halftime.
Centre regained control after halftime with a steal and layup from
Lilly Reid, sparking a scoring run that included baskets from Reid, Campbell, and Armour. Rebounds from
Arin Nipp and KaNiah Edelen helped extend the lead over the Tigers.
Sewanee remained competitive with scoring and rebounds from Janie Boyd and Hannah Clevand, but Centre's defensive pressure maintained its advantage heading into the fourth quarter.
The fourth quarter was when the Colonels put the game away, starting with effective shooting from Armour, Edelen, Russell, and Reid, and defensive pressure from Armour, Campbell, Fouts, and Russell to force Sewanee turnovers and defensive rebounds. Sewanee struggled to generate consistent momentum to make a comeback.
Centre's
Charley Harper closed the game out with a made free throw to put the final score 87-61. Your Centre colonels will be back at home on January 9th to battle against Millsaps in their first home game of the new year.
