Spartans Defend Winning Streak in Duel Vs. Fighting Knights
Tampa moves atop conference with a record of 11-2.
BOCA RATON, Fla. - The University of Tampa (18-5, 11-2 SSC) women's basketball team recorded its tenth straight win with a 69-44 victory over Lynn University (11-11, 4-8 SSC), the Spartans now sit atop the conference.
The Spartans were energized as their mission was to sweep the season series against the Fighting Knights. The team scored the first five baskets of the contest and sparked a 16 point advantage with less than two minutes remaining in the first period.
The Fighting Knights were held to 27 percent shooting from the field as a result of a great pressure defense and ball control. Ellen Nurmi led all scorers at the half with nine points, while Aisha Rodney contributed eight.
The second half was parallel to the first as far as the Spartans' momentum and dominance. Tampa led by as many as 33 points in the second period and capitalized off of four fast break opportunities.
Juliana Cavallaro scored nine second half points and finished the game with a double-double; including a career high of 10 rebounds and 13 points. Scoring was balanced as three other Spartans scored in double figures; Rodney recorded 12 points, while Illyssa Vivo and Taylor McVey added 10 points apiece.
Tampa will host Eckerd College Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., at the Bob Martinez Athletics Center. The Spartans defeated the Tritons earlier this season with a score of 66-57 on the road. UT owns the all-time record 69-14.
Tickets are available at the gate for $5. Children 12-and-under will be admitted free. UT faculty, staff and students are admitted free when displaying a valid Spartan ID card.
UT will offer live stats and a webcast for the match through TampaSpartans.tv.
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