Hattiesburg, Miss. – William Carey delivered a resounding performance Friday afternoon, securing a dominant 113-28 victory over Southeastern Baptist.
 
From the opening quarter, William Carey asserted complete control, exploding for 33 points while holding Southeastern Baptist to a mere 6. This early surge established a commanding lead that the Lady Crusaders maintained throughout all four periods. Their offensive efficiency was a highlight, as they shot an impressive 62.3% from the field and an outstanding 54.2% from beyond the arc. The team's balanced attack was further evidenced by their 29 assists on 43 made field goals, demonstrating excellent ball movement and teamwork.
 
The Crusaders' dominance extended beyond efficient shooting. They capitalized heavily on Southeastern Baptist's struggles, forcing 29 turnovers and converting them into a staggering 44 points, a stark contrast to Southeastern Baptist's mere 2 points off turnovers. William Carey also controlled the boards, outrebounding their opponents 47-27. Their deep bench proved invaluable, contributing 61 points to the total score. Standout performances included Presley Thompson, who led all scorers with 20 points, Anna Rose Engle adding 15, and Bailey Devall chipping in 14 points.
 
Southeastern Baptist faced a challenging outing, struggling significantly on both ends of the court. They managed just 28 points in total, shooting a tough 20.8% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range. High turnover numbers (29) and a lack of offensive rhythm hampered their efforts throughout the contest. Jakyiah Ashford and Nia English were their top scorers, each contributing 5 points.
 
Carey is back in action Tuesday, December 16, as they head to Daytona Beach, Fla. to take on Georgetown College. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 pm.