Skyhawks Dominate in Season Opener Against Fisk
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin women’s basketball team commenced their season with a commanding victory over Fisk University, securing a decisive 79-39 win at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on Sunday. The Skyhawks set the tone early, outscoring the Bulldogs 34-2 in the first quarter, establishing a lead they maintained throughout the match.
Impressive Team Performance
Individual Highlights
- Zy Thompson: Led the team with 19 points, finishing an impressive 9-of-9 from the field.
- Kenley McCarn: Contributed 12 points, including four 3-pointers, and provided six assists, the highest in the game.
- Grace Billington: Added 10 points to the scoreboard, solidifying the team’s offensive effort.
- Cam Ward: Scored 9 points and was pivotal on the rebounding front.
- Brittani Wells: Contributed 8 points, supporting the team’s scoring depth.
Rebounding Leaders
The rebounding battle was led by Yar Tong, who marked an impressive 10 rebounds in her collegiate debut. She was closely followed by Kennedy Horton with 9 rebounds and Cam Ward with 7.
