FAYETTEVILLE, NC – The Augusta women's basketball team secured a 56-52 victory over #10 Fayetteville State on Saturday at Capel Arena. The win improves the Jaguars' record to 4-0, marking their third road win of the season. Augusta will next face Francis Marion University on Wednesday, November 20, at 5:30 p.m. in Florence, SC.
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Augusta (4-0, 0-0 Peach Belt)
FG% 36.2
3PT% 42.1
FT% 66.7
Fayetteville State (2-2, 0-0 CIAA)
FG% 32.1
3PT% 15.4
FT% 61.5
The Jaguars started strong, jumping out to a commanding 23-11 lead in the first quarter. Mone Florence sparked the offense early with two three-pointers and a layup, finishing the quarter with seven points. Fayetteville State rallied in the second quarter, narrowing the deficit to 30-26 at halftime as Augusta's shooting cooled.
The third quarter was a defensive battle, with both teams struggling to score. Key rebounds by Autumn Phillips and a timely three-pointer from Florence kept the Jaguars in control. In the fourth quarter, Fayetteville State cut the lead to two with under a minute remaining, but Florence iced the game with clutch free throws in the closing seconds.
Key Performers:
- Mone Florence led all scorers with 21 points, shooting 4-8 from beyond the arc and 7-9 from the free-throw line.
- Autumn Phillips anchored the defense with 10 rebounds, 9 assists, and 3 steals, while adding 5 points.
- Tyasia Freeman contributed 9 points and 5 rebounds, including crucial second-chance efforts in the paint.
- Quinasia Abercrombie added 6 points and 6 rebounds, converting all four of her free-throw attempts.
The Jaguars won the rebounding battle 38-36 and converted 15 points off turnovers, showcasing their defensive pressure and ability to capitalize on mistakes.
Next Up: Augusta travels to Florence, SC, to take on Francis Marion University on Wednesday, November 20, at 5:30 p.m.
