Tusculum University's Ni'Kiah Chesterfield scored 24 points, leading the Pioneers in a 80-62 loss to Coker University in South Atlantic Conference women's basketball. Coker's Dominique Rodriguez contributed 16 points, and Kamari Thompson grabbed 19 rebounds, while Coker capitalized on Tusculum's turnovers, scoring 21 points off them. Despite shooting 39%, Coker's defense forced Tusculum into 25 turnovers.

By the Numbers
  • Ni'Kiah Chesterfield scored 24 points and grabbed 9 rebounds.
  • Coker University outrebounded Tusculum University by a 40-38 margin.
State of Play
  • Coker University outscored Tusculum 24-8 in the second quarter.
  • Coker's defense forced Tusculum into 25 turnovers while committing just 6 turnovers.
  • The Cobras scored 21 points off the Pioneer miscues.
  • Tusculum shot 49.0% from the field and outrebounded Coker by a 40-38 margin.
What's Next

The Pioneers play their final home game of the season on February 28 against UVA Wise, while the Cavaliers are tied for the final spot in the SAC Championship tournament field with two games remaining.

Bottom Line

Ni'Kiah Chesterfield's strong performance was not enough for the Pioneers against Coker University, highlighting the team's struggle with turnovers, a key factor in their defeat.