Chattanooga rallied late to defeat Mercer in the Southern Conference Tournament semifinals, with Mercer losing 66-55 despite holding a lead going into the fourth quarter.

The Big Picture

The game saw Mercer women's basketball team leading heading into the final quarter but unable to maintain the advantage, resulting in a loss to Chattanooga.

By the Numbers
  • Mercer's Stacie Jones scored 14 points, grabbed six rebounds, and had two blocks, while Summah Evans added 13 points, seven rebounds, two steals, and two blocks.
  • Mercer collected 13 offensive boards resulting in 10 second-chance points and blocked six shots in the game.
State of Play
  • Mercer led in assists on 70% of made field goals and recorded six blocks as a team.
  • They turned the ball over eight times but also managed to dish out 16 assists, showcasing good ball movement.
  • The team excelled in crashing the offensive glass and scoring near the basket.
Bottom Line

Mercer's strong effort, including solid performances from players like Stacie Jones and Summah Evans, was not enough to hold off Chattanooga in a closely contested match, leading to a 66-55 defeat in the tournament semifinals.