MOUNT VERNON, Nov 9 - In a challenging regular season non-conference encounter, the Brewton-Parker Lady Barons faced a tough defeat against the Campbellsville Tigers with a final score of 47-76 at Powell Gym on November 9, 2024.
The game started with the Tigers taking a significant lead in the first half, ending it at 42-20. Despite a spirited effort in the second half, the Lady Barons were unable to close the gap, ultimately losing the game by 29 points. Top scorers for the Lady Barons included Destanee Wright with 13 points, followed closely by Kaziah Terrell with 12 points, and Andranique Stewart contributing 7 points.
Coach Steve Edwards expressed his thoughts on the game, emphasizing the quality of the opposition. "We played a great team today. Our group was overpowered, and we struggled to make plays. Our expectation is to be a national tournament team. The two teams we played this weekend are legit contenders. We learned a lot, and we will use these two games as opportunities to improve. We will be better, and we believe in this group," said Edwards.
The Lady Barons, holding a current team record of 2-3, look forward to bouncing back in their next game against Valdosta State on November 12, 2024, at Valdosta State. Fans of Brewton-Parker will be keen to see how the team uses this experience to progress through the season.
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