Defense Dominates In Raiders’ Win Over Central Georgia Tech

MACON, Ga. – Northwest Florida State women's basketball extended their unbeaten streak to 13-0 on Saturday afternoon with a commanding 64-33 victory over South Georgia Tech. This marks the second time the Raiders have defeated the Titans this season.

The Raiders' defense was outstanding, holding the Titans to 10 points or fewer in all four quarters. Central Georgia struggled offensively, shooting just 19.0% from the field and 8.3% from three-point range. While Northwest Florida didn't have their best shooting performance, finishing at 36.4% from the field and 26.3% from beyond the arc, their defensive dominance more than made up for it.

Nevaeh Scott and Deborah Davenport led the Raiders offensively with 13 points each, while Mekhia Chase contributed 12 points. Scott continued her impressive shooting from deep, hitting three of seven attempts to maintain her season three-point percentage above 50%. Davenport also excelled on the boards, pulling down eight rebounds.

South Georgia Tech struggled to find offensive rhythm, with no player scoring in double figures. Atiana Gilcrist led the Titans with nine points. The team connected on just 10 field goals, including a single three-pointer, but managed to convert 12 of their 14 free throws.

KEY PERFORMANCES / STATS

• Nevaeh Scott (13), Deborah Davenport (13), and Mekhia Chase (12) led the Raiders in scoring.
• Scott has now scored in double figures in three consecutive games and four of her last five.
• Davenport has recorded back-to-back double-figure scoring performances and has grabbed five or more rebounds in 12 of her 13 games this season.
• Chase has reached double figures in nine of 13 games this season, averaging 11.6 points per game during that span.
• The 19.0% shooting allowed by the Raiders marked the second-lowest percentage by an opponent this season. Their defense is holding opponents to 27.8% shooting and just 42.0 points per game overall.

UP NEXT

Northwest Florida women's basketball returns to action Tuesday against Southwest Mississippi in their final road game of 2024. The Raiders will then head home for a December 30 matchup against Southern Union. To kick off 2025, the team will play two more road games before opening conference play at home against Tallahassee State on January 11.