The University of North Georgia women's basketball team concluded the 2023-24 regular season with a 60-55 victory over Clayton State, led by junior forward Emily Trushel's 22 points, marking her tenth game with 20+ points this season.

The Big Picture

The Nighthawks secured a crucial win with balanced scoring, positioning them fifth in the Peach Belt Conference standings ahead of the upcoming conference tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Emily Trushel scored 22 points in the game.
  • Kendall Emener contributed 19 points and 9 rebounds.
  • UNG finished the regular season with a 17-11 overall record and a 10-8 conference record.
State of Play
  • The Nighthawks ended the regular season with a crucial win, positioning them in fifth place in the PBC standings.
  • They will face Lander in the 4th vs. 5th seed matchup in the first round of the conference tournament hosted by Georgia Southwestern starting on Mar. 7.
What's Next

Next up for the Nighthawks is a matchup against Lander in the conference tournament, with the tip-off times to be announced soon.

Bottom Line

The University of North Georgia women's basketball team wrapped up its regular season on a high note, securing a significant win and positioning themselves well for the upcoming conference tournament.