TIGERVILLE, SC – The Augusta women's basketball team started their 2024-25 season with a 64-52 win over North Greenville. The Jaguars will face Barton College in their next game on November 9 at 5:00 p.m. in Tigerville, SC.
Augusta (1-0, 0-0 Peach Belt)
FG% 43.3
3PT% 29.4
FT% 63.6
North Greenville (0-1, 0-0 Conference Carolinas)
FG% 47.9
3PT% 36.4
FT% 100.0
The game began with North Greenville taking an early lead, leaving Augusta trailing by two points at the end of the first quarter. The Jaguars responded in the second quarter by increasing their defensive intensity and creating turnovers, which helped them take a narrow 30-29 lead into halftime.
In the third quarter, Augusta capitalized on North Greenville's mistakes, converting turnovers into points and securing control of the boards. The Jaguars out-rebounded North Greenville, leading to second-chance opportunities that helped extend their lead. Augusta outscored North Greenville 21-11 in this pivotal quarter.
During the fourth quarter, Augusta maintained their lead with effective ball movement and rebounding. A key three-pointer by Quinasia Abercrombie and contributions in the paint from Tyasia Freeman ensured that North Greenville couldn't close the gap.
Je'Bria Fullwood led Augusta with 13 points and four rebounds, shooting efficiently at 5-7 from the field. Autumn Phillips added 12 points and collected four steals, while Mone Florence contributed 10 points and six rebounds.