Lady Barons Roll Over Night Hawks

The Lady Barons traveled to Thomas University to take on the Night Hawks in conference play on January 7, 2025. The Lady Barons went on the road and cruised to a dominant victory over the Night Hawks, taking the game 71-40. The Lady Barons, led by an outstanding performance from Destanee Wright, scoring 20 points, elevated them to their fourth conference win, bringing the Lady Barons to 4-1 in conference play and currently second place. Brewton-Parker established a commanding lead from the onset, ending the first half with a 41-14 advantage. Wright topped the scoring charts and dominated defensively, snagging seven steals during the game. The team's defensive play helped the Lady Barons on offense, leading by as much as 33 points during the third quarter. Jasmine Leynard, Chasity Degale, Tori Dorsey, and Jakayla Peeples, reached double figures in scoring, showcasing the incredible depth of scoring the Lady Barons have and just how dangerous they can be when firing on all cylinders. Other key contributors included Angel Mcrae and Andranique Stewart, who were relentless on the glass with 7 and 9 rebounds, respectively, adding pivotal support that kept the Lady Barons in the driver's seat. Brewton-Parker's bench also played a crucial role, providing much-needed depth and energy that propelled the team to victory. Coach Steve Edwards praised the team's preparation and energy: "Road games are always a challenge in our league. Our group was well-prepared, and I loved their energy tonight. We are close to being full strength, which helps our depth. We had five people reach double figures tonight. Our group will rest and prepare for a big one Saturday at home against Mobile. The Last time we played each other was in the semifinal game of the post-season tournament. Mobile beat us in a nail-biter to move on to the championship game. Both teams went on to play in the national tournament. They are well-coached, and we have a ton of respect for them. We look forward to the challenge." The Lady Barons are eager to stay connected the second half of the season and continue to grow as a team, reaching their full potential. The Lady Barons continue their quest to return to the national tournament and make a deep run this season. That all starts with continuing to improve and win in conference. The Lady Barons have eleven straight conference matchups to prepare for the post season.