BRYN ATHYN, Pa. - The Lady Lions battled the elements to defeat the Cedar Crest Falcons in the first round of the United East Conference Tournament on Saturday.
Inside the Box Score
- Zhymani Smith was once again unguardable, totaling 25 points on 11 made shots, many of which came at timely junctures to keep Bryn Athyn ahead.
- Alayna Day accumulated 18 points on 5-11 shooting and 7-11 free throw shooting.
- Alexa Osafo-Mensah amassed 9 points, 7 rebounds, 2 blocks and 4 steals in a well-rounded afternoon.
How it Happened
- Bryn Athyn jumped out to a 14-6 run by pushing the ball, and led 17-9 after the first quarter.
- Cedar Crest battled in the second, making just enough shots to stay in it. Lions led by seven after two.
- BAC's press proved to be too much for CCC in the third, as Lions forced five Falcon turnovers and scored 20 points.
- Lady Lions held on to win by 20.
Coach's Corner
- "It was a great afternoon for our program, our department, and for Bryn Athyn College. We've worked to make a lot of history here these past five years, and I'm really proud of our team for adding the first postseason basketball victory to that list of accomplishments. Our defensive effort was spectacular, and our rebounding effort in the second half was a huge key against a big, scrappy, tough Cedar Crest team. It's tournament season, so we will enjoy this moment for a bit and then it's right back to work tomorrow. Huge shoutout to our students and fans who came out after the snow storm to make Asplundh Field House a big time environment." - Head Coach Travis Ponton.
Notes
- Bryn Athyn poured 40 points in the paint to Cedar Crest's 18.
- Lady Lions forced 27 Falcons turnovers.
Up Next
- Bryn Athyn advances to the Divisional Semifinal to play #2 Saint Elizabeth on Monday, February 19th at 5:00pm.
