Score: Keiser Seahawks 51, New College Mighty Banyans 31
Records: Keiser (15-5, 7-3 SUN), New College (7-12, 0-10 SUN)
Location: SCF - Bradenton, Bradenton, Fla.
Keiser Starters: Caidyn Cannon (G), Satori Griffin (G), Emelia O'Gilvie (G), Avrie Schmidt (F), Aly Avrach (F)
New College Starters: Gwen Tsoukalas (G), Cici Moore (G), Tatiana Jackson (G), Sania Thomas (F), Emma Reiser (G)
Bradenton, Fla. - The Keiser Seahawks secured a 51-31 road victory over New College of Florida on Saturday afternoon, improving to 15-5 overall and 7-3 in conference play. The Seahawks built a 37-15 halftime lead and maintained it throughout the second half.
Satori Griffin and Avrie Schmidt led the way with 17 points apiece. Griffin was especially effective from beyond the arc, connecting on 5-of-8 from three-point range, including a perfect 3-for-3 performance in the second quarter to help the Seahawks establish their halftime cushion. Schmidt added two three-pointers and went a perfect 3-for-3 from the free-throw line, showing her versatility as a scorer.
Caidyn Cannon added 11 points and a game-high seven rebounds while contributing three steals on the defensive end. The Seahawks controlled the glass with 36 total rebounds, including 12 offensive boards that created valuable second-chance opportunities.
Emelia O'Gilvie contributed six points, 11 rebounds, and four assists while playing strong perimeter defense with four steals. Amalia Vamvakitis provided solid work off the bench with six rebounds and two steals in 14 minutes of action.
The Seahawks' defense was active throughout, forcing 16 turnovers and limiting New College's offensive opportunities. Keiser's ability to execute in transition and capitalize on defensive stops proved crucial in maintaining their comfortable margin. The victory continued Keiser's strong conference play as they look to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the season.
- The win improved Keiser to 16-5 overall and 8-3 in conference play
- Keiser built a commanding 37-15 halftime lead and cruised to a 51-31 road victory over New College of Florida
- Satori Griffin and Avrie Schmidt shared scoring honors with 17 points each, combining for 7 three-pointers in the win
- Griffin shot a scorching 5-of-8 from three-point range, including a perfect 3-for-3 performance in the second quarter
- The Seahawks' defense forced 16 turnovers and held New College to just 31 points, their lowest opponent total of the season
- Caidyn Cannon posted 11 points and a team-high 7 rebounds while adding 3 steals in the victory
- Keiser controlled the glass with 36 total rebounds, including 12 offensive boards that created multiple second-chance opportunities
- Emelia O'Gilvie stuffed the stat sheet with 6 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists, and a team-high 4 steals in an all-around performance
- Ties: 0
- Lead Changes: 0
- Largest Lead: Keiser (23)
The Seahawks will welcome Warner on Wednesday, February 4th. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30 PM in the Student Life Center.
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