DEMOREST, Ga. - On Tuesday evening, Agnes Scott faced off with Piedmont for a road contest, falling, 72-50. The Lions (4-8, 1-2 Collegiate Conference of the South) are the defending champions as well as the preseason favorite for the CCS crown this season. The Scotties (1-11, 0-4 CCS) are still searching for their first conference win of the season.
The first half was the difference-maker in the contest, as were turnovers. The Lions built a 45-23 halftime lead behind a balanced scoring attack, and a pesky defense which led to 41 turnovers in the contest for the Scotties.
The Scotties were led by freshman
Kaycie Hyde, who led in scoring with 14 points. Hyde also pitched in with team-highs in rebounds (8) and assists (3).
Anissa Brailsford and
Cybele Forbes continued their strong seasons, as Brailsford scored 11 points to go along with 7 rebounds and 2 blocked shots. Forbes, the CCS leader in blocked shots, scored 11 points to go along with 3 blocks.Â
The Scotties will face off with Maryville College on the road on Saturday, January 10, at 2:00 p.m.
