Furman women's basketball staged an impressive fourth-quarter comeback, led by Tate Walters' 10 points in the final period, to defeat East Tennessee State 67-59 in the Southern Conference regular season finale.

The Big Picture

Furman's victory marked a significant improvement in their season record compared to the previous year, with key players contributing to the come-from-behind win.

By the Numbers
  • Furman finished with a season record of 15-15, a four-game improvement over the previous 11-19 campaign.
  • Tate Walters amassed 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists in the game.
  • Furman connected on 10 of 18 three-point attempts, shooting 55.6% from beyond the arc.
State of Play
  • Furman finished the season with a .500 record and secured the No. 7 seed in the upcoming SoCon Tournament.
  • The team will face UNC Greensboro in the first round at Harrah's Cherokee Center next Thursday.
  • The victory over ETSU marked the last game in Timmons Arena before a renovation project begins in April, with the arena set to reopen in 2025.
Bottom Line

Furman women's basketball's fourth-quarter resurgence, led by Tate Walters, propelled them to a crucial victory, showcasing significant improvement this season and setting the stage for a challenging SoCon Tournament ahead.