BRIDGEWATER, Va. – In an electrifying display of resilience, the Bridgewater College women’s basketball team staged a stunning comeback, overcoming an 18-point deficit to claim a 51-44 victory against Stevenson on Tuesday evening.
Game Summary
With this win, Bridgewater improved its record to 3-1, while Stevenson now stands at 1-2.
First Half Highlights
The contest began with Riley Corcoran scoring for the Eagles through free throws, but it was Stevenson that quickly took the lead with a three-pointer. The pace of the game saw both teams exchanging baskets, with Stevenson gaining an 18-13 advantage by the end of the first quarter.
In the second quarter, Stevenson continued to assert its dominance, launching a 7-1 run that extended the lead to 29-16. Despite a late effort from Jay Garcia, whose three-pointer closed the half at 36-21, the Eagles faced an uphill battle.
Second Half Comeback
The third quarter initiated without points for either team in the first two minutes. Polston ignited Bridgewater’s attack with a hook shot, followed by free throws from Garcia. The Eagles’ defense tightened as they initiated a dramatic turnaround, concluding the quarter with a 16-0 scoring run, culminating in a three-pointer from Savannah Wilson that shifted the score to 37-36 in favor of Bridgewater.
Final Push
The fourth quarter unfolded with Stevenson attempting to regain momentum, briefly leading 42-37. However, Bridgewater responded emphatically, launching another scoring run of 9-0, fueled by contributions from Polston, Corcoran, and Garcia. Stevenson was unable to score in the final minutes of the game, allowing Bridgewater to seal the win with effective defense and free-throw success.
Key Player Stats
- Riley Corcoran: Led the Eagles with 19 points.
- Jay Garcia: Achieved a double-double with 11 points and a season-high 13 rebounds.
- Defense: The entire starting five contributed defensively, collectively achieving a team-high three steals.
For Stevenson, both Boswell and Price contributed eight points each, while Wynter commanded the boards with a game-high 14 rebounds.
Defensive Dominance
Bridgewater’s defensive strategy was particularly noteworthy; the team limited Stevenson to just eight points in the second half, allowing only four successful field goals in the final 20 minutes. Stevenson, which initially shot 55.6% from three-point range in the first half, fell to 0-for-7 beyond the arc in the second half. The Eagles capitalized on this, making effective use of free throws and forcing turnovers—resulting in a 23-10 edge in forced turnovers.
Looking Ahead
Bridgewater’s next challenge comes as they travel for the first time this season, facing off against Hood on Friday at 7 p.m.
— BC Athletics —
