Lady Vols’ Scorching Shooting Leads to 99-61 Rout of Auburn”

“Lady Vols’ Scorching Shooting Leads to 99-61 Rout of Auburn”

 

Knoxville, Tennessee – The #15/16 Tennessee Lady Vols continued their dominance in the Southeastern Conference, riding a hot shooting performance to a 99-61 victory over the Auburn Tigers.

 

The Lady Vols, who improved to 20-5 overall and 10-2 in the SEC, shot a blistering 58.5% from the field, including a 47.4% clip from beyond the 3-point line. The team’s impressive shooting display was led by junior guard Jordan Horston, who poured in a game-high 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting.

 

“We’ve been working hard on our shooting, and it’s great to see it pay off,” said Lady Vols head coach Kellie Harper. “Our players did a great job of moving the ball and finding open shots. It was a fun game to watch.”

 

“A Balanced Attack”

 

The Lady Vols’ victory was a testament to the team’s balanced attack. In addition to Horston’s 23 points, four other Lady Vols scored in double figures, including senior forward Keyen Green (17 points), junior guard Sara Puckett (14 points), sophomore forward Tamari Key (12 points), and freshman guard Brooklyn Miles (11 points).

 

“Our bench was huge for us tonight,” Harper said. “We had a lot of players contribute, and that’s what makes us a tough team to beat.”

 

“Auburn Struggles to Keep Pace”

 

The Auburn Tigers, who fell to 10-13 overall and 2-10 in the SEC, struggled to keep pace with the Lady Vols’ high-powered offense. The Tigers were led by senior forward Unique Thompson, who scored 17 points and grabbed 7 rebounds.

 

“We just couldn’t stop their offense,” said Auburn head coach Terri Williams-Flournoy. “Tennessee is a very talented team, and they played a great game tonight.”

 

“Lady Vols’ Defense Shines”

 

While the Lady Vols’ offense stole the show, the team’s defense also turned in a strong performance. Tennessee held Auburn to just 35.4% shooting from the field, including a 25.0% clip from beyond the 3-point line.

 

“Our defense was solid tonight,” Harper said. “We did a great job of contesting shots and rebounding the ball. It was a complete team effort.”

 

“Lady Vols’ Postseason Hopes”

 

With the victory, the Lady Vols improved to 10-2 in the SEC, just one game behind league-leading South Carolina. Tennessee’s strong performance has also bolstered the team’s postseason hopes, with the Lady Vols now firmly in the mix for a top-four seed in the NCAA Tournament.

 

“We’re taking it one game at a time,” Harper said. “We know we have a tough stretch ahead of us, but we’re confident in our abilities. We’re excited to see where this season takes us.”

 

“Conclusion”

 

The #15/16 Tennessee Lady Vols’ 99-61 victory over the Auburn Tigers was a testament to the team’s balanced attack and stifling defense. With the win, the Lady Vols improved to 20-5 overall and 10-2 in the SEC, solidifying their position as one of the top teams in the conference. As the postseason approaches, the Lady Vols are poised to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament.