St. Louis, Mo. - The Stars secured a hard-fought victory against the University of Health Science & Pharmacy, maintaining their undefeated status in the AMC regular season. The game unfolded as a defensive showdown, concluding with the Stars prevailing 62-58 in a closely contested battle.
The game kicked off with
Alayasia Douglas igniting the Stars' offense with a 3-pointer, setting the tone for an intense clash. Despite an early lead, the Eutectics responded resiliently, and Chu Crockett played a pivotal role in bringing the game to a tie after the first quarter. Â Crockett was key to the Stars success and was eventually the top offensive producer.
Defensive prowess took center stage as fouls were exchanged, with
Lauren Friedrich making crucial free throws to give the Stars a narrow lead. However, the Eutectics managed to gain a 1-point advantage heading into halftime.
Crockett continued to shine in the third quarter, executing a critical layup to swing the score back in favor of the Stars. The game remained fiercely competitive, but the Stars held onto a slim one-point margin entering the fourth quarter.
The Eutectics briefly closed the gap with a made 3-pointer, only for
Zaraya March to respond in kind.
Alayasia Douglas showcased both offensive and defensive skills, securing a crucial basket after a defensive rebound, ultimately sealing the victory for the Stars.
As the Stars relish this hard-earned road triumph, their focus shifts to the upcoming challenge. On January 9th at 5:30 pm, they will hit the road to face off against Columbia College once again, anticipating another opportunity to showcase their excellence in the AMC regular season.
Statistical Leaders:
- Field Goals: Chu Crockett
- 3PTS: Alayasia Douglas
- Free Throws: Chu Crockett
- Rebounds: Chu Crockett
- Steals: Mia Morel
- Points: Chu Crockett
