Hartsville, SC- In a clash between Emory & Henry and Coker, it was Coker who came out on top, securing a comfortable 79-60 victory. The game took place on February 10, 2024, at the DeLoach Center, with a small crowd of 111 in attendance.
Coker started strong, taking a 22-18 lead in the first quarter. They continued their dominance in the second quarter, outscoring Emory & Henry 16-14 and extending their lead to 38-32 at halftime. The third quarter saw Coker widening the gap even further, scoring 20 points compared to Emory & Henry's 13. The final quarter was no different, with Coker adding another 21 points to their tally, securing the victory.
Kamari Thompson was the star player for Coker, contributing 22 points to the team's success. Mya Wasswa also had an impressive game, scoring 17 points and making three three-pointers. Mariah Mitchem provided a solid performance with three steals. Dasia Lambert struggled to find her rhythm, going 0-9 from the field.
On the other hand, Emory & Henry had a more challenging time finding their footing. Emma Santoro was the top performer for the team, scoring 22 points and shooting 52.9% from the field. Gracyn Hall also made a significant contribution with 12 points. However, the team struggled as a whole, shooting only 39% from the field.
Coker's strong defense played a crucial role in their victory, limiting Emory & Henry's scoring opportunities. Emory & Henry also struggled with turnovers, committing 26 throughout the game. Coker's dominance on the boards, particularly with Thompson's 15 rebounds, also contributed to their success.
With this victory, Coker improves their record for the season and establishes themselves as a formidable team in the conference. Emory & Henry will need to regroup and address their offensive struggles and turnover issues to bounce back in future games.
