La Sierra def. St. Katherine, 95-56
The Golden Eagles women's basketball team defeated the University of Saint Katherine 95-56 in Wednesday's non-conference match-up. The Golden Eagles had five players in double figures on 47% shooting from the field, 50% shooting from the 3-point line while forcing a total of 22 turnovers.
The Golden Eagles found their rhythm and began to impact the game with their interior post play, efficient 3-point shooting, team assists and a solid defensive effort. The Golden Eagles went into the locker room with a 51-27 halftime lead then came out with a lot of energy in the 3rd quarter and never looked back. The Golden Eagles were led by Junior Kayla De Leon with 21 points – 14 rebounds – 5 assists and Senior Sierra Cole with a career high 20 points – 2 rebounds – 1 assist. Junior I'man Conley also contributed with a career high 14 points – 10 rebounds – 3 assists – 4 steals.
"The team did a solid job of sharing the ball and moving without the ball tonight. The team had good production by finding the right players, at the right place, at the right time. It was good to see our team get back on track with their shooting and being ready to knock down shots on the catch. It was great to see De Leon and Cole get going from the perimeter, and, Jones did a great job of scoring when she had opportunities while distributing to her teammates. Cole had a career night and did a great job competing on the defensive end against their most athletic player. Conley is also going to be big for us because she seems to find a way to make the right plays when it matters most" according to Women's Head Coach, Kevin Mitchell.
Impact Players:
Kayla De Leon: 21 points | 14 rebounds | 5 assists
Sierra Cole: 20 points | 2 rebounds |1 assist
Siena Jones: 14 points | 6 rebounds | 10 assists
I'man Conley: 14 points | 10 rebounds | 3 assists | 4 steals
De'Brianna Hampton: 12 points | 6 rebounds
