The Augusta University women’s basketball team defeated the Converse Valkyries 91–69 Wednesday at Christenberry Fieldhouse.
Augusta jumped out to an early advantage, leading 25–15 after the first quarter, and never relinquished control. The Jaguars outscored Converse in every period and led for 35:51 out of the 40 minutes of game time.
The Jaguars shot a very efficient 62.3% from the field, converting 38 of 61 attempts, while holding Converse to 46.6% shooting. Augusta also finished 4-of-8 from three-point range (50%) and went 11-of-14 at the free-throw line (78.6%).
Sophomore guard/forward Quinasia Abercrombie led Augusta with 26 points and 10 rebounds, recording a double-double. Senior forward/center Amari Jackson added 20 points, while junior guard Sierra Burns finished with 13 points.
Augusta controlled the glass, outrebounding Converse 30–26, including 8 offensive rebounds. Senior forward Nadiyah Byard pulled down six rebounds, while senior forward Camerah Langston added five rebounds.
Defensively, the Jaguars were active throughout the contest. Junior guard Tamir Whittle led all players with six steals, helping disrupt Converse’s offensive rhythm. Abercrombie contributed four steals, and junior guard Rayanna Evans added two steals.
Converse was led offensively by Tatiana Brown with 18 points, followed by Emma Kanz with 12 points and Madison Fileen with 10 points.
With the win, Augusta improved to 7–4 on the season. Their next game will be Jan. 3 as they go on the road to take on Middle Georgia State for a Peach Belt Conference matchup.
