USC Upstate Women’s Basketball Faces Kennesaw State in Hard-Fought Contest
Location: VyStar Arena, Kennesaw, Ga.
Date: December 2, 2025
Final Score: Kennesaw State 55, USC Upstate 41
Game Overview
The USC Upstate women’s basketball team faced off against Kennesaw State in a matchup marking their first encounter since Upstate’s transition to the Big South Conference. Despite a valiant effort, the Spartans were unable to overcome a slow start and ultimately fell to the Owls.
Standout Performers
- Cassie Gallagher: Led the Spartans with 17 points, contributing significantly from beyond the arc with 3 three-pointers made.
- Emma Blair: Recorded a season-high 12 points on 5-of-10 shooting, continuing her strong performance in recent games.
Defensive Highlights
On the defensive front, USC Upstate drew a season-best five charges, with Gallagher and Blair each responsible for drawing two. Gallagher leads the team this season with five charges.
Game Flow
First Quarter
Kennesaw State established an early lead, scoring the first four points. Upstate managed to tie the game before the Owls responded with an 8-0 run, taking a 16-6 lead. Gallagher closed the quarter with a strong personal run, reducing the gap to just three points.
Second Quarter
Kennesaw State began the quarter with their own 7-0 scoring streak. However, the Spartans held the Owls scoreless for the last 3:45 of the half, finishing strong with a pair of late baskets to narrow the deficit.
Third Quarter
Gallagher continued her scoring spree by hitting consecutive three-pointers, once again bringing Upstate within four points. Both teams exchanged runs, with Kennesaw State re-establishing a double-digit lead before the Spartans regained momentum late in the quarter.
Fourth Quarter
The final period began with Kennesaw State extending their lead. Although the Spartans mounted a late effort, Kennesaw secured the victory by scoring the last points from the charity stripe.
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