Raleigh, NC. – The SAU women's basketball team is looking to snap its two-game losing streak as it takes on its biggest rival in the Shaw University Bears. With Lauren Banks and Christionna Faison back in the lineup, the Lady Falcons will be back to full strength for the first time to start the new year.
Head Coach Ebony Tanner Quote:
"Rivalry games bring out the absolute best in teams. There's no need for elaborate speeches as the players, the fans, the community, and we as coaches get excited when we play each other; in any sport. Tomorrow emotions will be high, and I know Emery will be an exciting place to be."
The Broadcast
Thursday's game will be aired on the CIAA Sports Network. Tipoff is at 5:30 PM ET. Interested viewers must have a subscription in order to view the game.
Notes You Need To Know
- The Lady Falcons are looking to avoid a three-game losing streak
- Taniyah Greene currently leads the Lady Falcons in scoring (15.8 ppg)
- Junior guard, Christionna Faison missed last game with a shoulder injury, she is probable for tomorrow's game against Shaw University
- SAU's second-leading scorer, Lauren Banks (12.4 ppg) is shooting 89.5 percent from the free throw line (17-19) in her last four games.
About Shaw University
- The Lady Bears are currently on a three-game losing streak
- Shaw sits at fourth in the CIAA Northern Division with a 4-6 conference record
- The Lady Bears is currently ranked 9th in the CIAA in scoring at 60.8 points per game
- Senior guard, Mackenzie Pollard is the Lady Bears' leading scorer at 12.1 points per game
- Shaw ranks fifth in the CIAA in total defense only giving up 58.6 points per game
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