CLEVELAND, Miss. – The Delta State University women's basketball team fell to Harding University, 62-51, on Friday evening at Walter Sillers Coliseum.
The Lady Statesmen (0-2) put together a competitive first half, taking a 22-21 lead into the locker room after outscoring Harding 13-11 in the second quarter.
Delta State continued to battle in the third quarter, adding 15 points to extend its advantage to 37-33 heading into the final period. However, Harding found its offensive rhythm in the fourth quarter, scoring 29 points to pull away and secure the 62-51 victory.
Adyson Roberts led the Lady Statesmen offensively with 14 points, shooting 5-of-10 from the field and connecting on two three-pointers.
Madi Kate Vuncannon followed with 12 points, knocking down four three-pointers on six attempts.
Alyse Holliman added 10 points and six rebounds, while
Jariyah Williamson contributed nine points and a team-high nine rebounds. Williamson also dished out seven assists to lead Delta State in that category.
DNaylah Williams provided a spark inside, finishing with four points and four rebounds.
Delta State finished the contest shooting 33.9 percent (20-of-59) from the field and 43.8 percent (7-of-16) from beyond the arc. The Lady Statesmen also held a 24-20 advantage in points in the paint.
Harding was led by Maddi Holt with 13 points, while Josie Williams recorded a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Allie Rehl also finished with 12 points.
The Lady Statesmen will look to bounce back as they'll be back in action tomorrow evening against the Golden Suns of Arkansas Tech University.
