The Bob Jones University Bruins women's basketball team fell to Montreat College 79-61 Friday night at McAlister Gymnasium in Montreat, North Carolina. With today's result, the Bruins now sit at 1-2 on the season.Â
The Bruins opened the contest with an early 2-0 lead after Keely Price connected on a layup in the paint, but Montreat quickly responded and took control of the game as the Cavaliers scored 13 straight. After the first ten minutes of play, Montreat led the Bruins 23-13.
Bob Jones looked to find its rhythm in the second quarter, with Kayley Trump knocking down a three-pointer and Jenna Brooks adding a triple of her own. However, Montreat continued to capitalize offensively, putting together a 29-point second quarter to extend its lead to 52-27 heading into halftime.
The Bruins continued to battle after the break, as Trump got the scoring started with a jumper followed by several layups by Price. Despite the Bruins' efforts, Montreat maintained its advantage and carried a 67-41 lead into the final quarter..
Bob Jones put together its strongest offensive quarter in the fourth, scoring 20 points. Trump led the charge with 10 points in the period, while Price, Larkin Wright and Faith Hayward also contributed to the team's score. The Bruins outscored the Cavaliers 20-12 in the final frame, but the Bruins were unable to overcome the deficit, as Montreat held on to take the 79-61 win.
Trump led the Bruins with 16 points, including two three-pointers, while Price recorded a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds. Imani Pouncey also scored in double figures with 11 on the day.Â
"We came out very soft and not ready for the intensity we faced," said Head Coach Mike LeViere. " We went down 15-2 early because we made uncharacteristic errors with the ball, and then we were playing catchup all night. But we had some bright spots. We out rebounded them. We drew a lot more fouls. But we couldn't finish at the rim and we didn't shoot free throws well."
He continued saying, "Sadie Day came in and played really well and had some good rebounds. There were just too many turnovers to overcome, but it was really good for us to face this kind of pressure."
The Bruins move to 1-2 on the season and will look to bounce back as they take on Clinton College on Tuesday in Rock Hill, South Carolina.Â
