Lady Hawks Defeat No. 5 South Plains

The Howard College Lady Hawks had a huge win Thursday evening after taking down No. 5 South Plains with a 63-60 final. 

"Tonight's win was a huge one for our program. After coming off a loss Monday to another ranked opponent we had to move on and focus on the next game. We are just trying to work hard and enjoy each day together'', commented Head Women's Basketball Coach Al Davis.

In the opening stanza, both teams put up 18 points. The second quarter followed with the Texans taking the lead heading into halftime with a 31-27 score. The visitors came back out swinging with another 20 points in the third frame but the Lady Hawks found their fight in the fourth quarter, totaling 20 points and holding South Plains to nine for a 63-60 final to wrap up the evening. 

"They work so hard & all I want for them is to experience being winners! This is a fun group to coach, and we still have room for improvement'', mentioned Davis. 

Makayla Ellison and Kailyn Berry were the leading scorers for the red and black, each totaling 15 points. 

Ellison went 5-10 from the field and 5-9 from the line with eight rebounds, two assists, and one blocked shot. 

Berry was 3-7 from the three and 2-2 from the line with three rebounds. 

Aubre Prox and Abrianna Lawrence were also key players for the home team with Prox totaling 12 points at 6-12 from the field. Prox compiled three rebounds, one assist, one steal and one blocked shot. Lawrence led the team with 11 rebounds and contributed two steals. 

"Monday's game against Midland will be a tough one at their place. We have a few days to prepare for them and look forward to another great game. The win over the Texans moves the Lady Hawks to 5-1 conference record and a 16-6 overall record", stated Davis. 

Next up for the Lady Hawks is a trip just up the road to take on Midland College at their place, Monday evening at 5:45 p.m.