Berea, KY - The Berea Women's Basketball team secured a commanding victory against Wesleyan College with a score of 88-50. The Mountaineers dominating right out the gate on their home court.
Atyia Moss emerged as a standout player, with an impressive 15 points and 5 steals. Alongside her,
LynKaylah James showcased her prowess with 12 points and 7 rebounds, proving to be an integral asset for the Mountaineers. Additionally,
Jayden Merriweather's notable performance cannot be overlooked, as she delivered 11 points and 4 steals.
The Mountaineers' aggressive and strategic play was evident throughout the game, as they capitalized on turnovers to score 42 points. The team's depth was also on display, with 34 bench points highlighting the contribution from the roster.
During the first quarter, the Mountaineers displayed defensive pressure, resulting in 7 steals with fast break points within the last 7 minutes.
Jayden Merriweather's defensive effort collected 3 steals out of 7 during this period.
The Mountaineers' scored a total of 24 points off fast breaks. By halftime, their dominant performance had propelled them to a comfortable lead, with the score standing at 47-25 in favor of the Mountaineers.
The Mountaineers are now 2-0 in Conference play and will be back in action, Saturday against Agnes Scott College at home. Tip off is at 2:00 PM.