Box Score SEWANEE, Tenn. (Dec. 3, 2013) – Behind a spirited defense, No. 12 Emory defeated the Sewanee women's basketball team, 63-42, Tuesday evening inside Juhan Gymnasium.
In the first half, the nationally-ranked Eagles used constant full-court pressure which led to a number of Tiger turnovers. That in return helped Emory build a 28-11 halftime lead.
In the second half, Sewanee settled down. The Tigers made 47 percent of their attempts while limiting Emory to a 38.5 field goal percentage.
Overall, Emory took advantage of the Tiger miscues. The Eagles scored 39 points off of Sewanee turnovers. Additionally, Emory was helped by 28 points in the paint.
Individually, freshman Savannah Rose tied her career-high with 10 points on a perfect 3-of-3 shooting.
Additionally, sophomore Kayla Sewell added six points, a game-high 10 rebounds, and three blocks.
Guard Hannah Lilly led a balanced Emory offense with a game-high 13 points. Savannah Morgan and Selena Castillo also finished in double figures with 12 and 11 points, respectively.
Sewanee will continue its four-game homestand against in-state rival Maryville, Saturday. The Scots and Tigers are scheduled to tip-off at 3:00 p.m. inside Juhan Gymnasium.
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