Lady Hawks avenge early season loss to Bishops, 64-55

Murfreesboro, NC - Chowan University avenged an early season loss to North Carolina Wesleyan on Sunday afternoon, downing the Bishops by a 64-55 score in women's basketball action.  The Hawks used an 11-3 run to start the second period to turn a one-point halftime lead into a nine-point advantage, which proved to be the final margin of victory.  With the loss, the Bishops now stand at 3-4 overall.

The Hawks (4-12) shot 52% from the floor in the first half and led by as many as seven at one point.  The Bishops were able to crawl back into the game and looked to take a 32-31 lead into the break.  Chowan’s AJ O'Banion, however, hit two free throws to close out the period, giving Chowan a 33-32 halftime advantage.

Chowan never trailed in the second half after its initial run.  Although the Bishops were able to put together a late rally, they would get no closer than seven points down the stretch.

Wesleyan was led by Nicole Williams’ 12 points and four assists.  Freshman Desiree’ Driver netted 11 points, while teammate Essence Chambers chipped in 10.

The Hawks were led by O'Banion, who finished with 19 points, nine rebounds, three steals, and two assists.  The Hawks’ Najah Harris added 16 points.

Wesleyan returns to USA South play on Tuesday night when the Bishops travel to Peace College for 7:00 p.m. match-up with the Pacers.
 

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