Southeastern Lady Lions’ Stars Shine in SLC Awards: Giaratano Leads Scoring, Pierre Defensive Ace
Senior guard Hailey Giaratano and sophomore Jalencia Pierre from Southeastern Louisiana University received Southland All-Conference awards, with Giaratano earning First Team All-Conference for leading the Lady Lions in scoring during conference play, while Pierre was named Defensive Player of the Year and part of the All-Defensive team for the 2023-24 season.
By the Numbers- Giaratano averaged 12.4 points per game this season.
- Giaratano led the conference in minutes played (35.5) and had 3.0 assists per game.
- Pierre collected 32 steals in conference play and averaged 8.5 points per game.
- The Lady Lions will play the quarterfinals of the SLC Tournament on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 p.m.
- The tournament will be hosted at the Legacy Center in Lake Charles, La.
- The Lady Lions are set to play the winner of the New Orleans Privateers and the Nicholls Colonels.
- The 2024 Jersey Mike's SLC Tournament will be hosted at the Legacy Center in Lake Charles, La.
- Tuesday's game will be televised on ESPN+ and can be heard online at www.LionSports/ListenLive.net.
Hailey Giaratano and Jalencia Pierre's outstanding performances have earned them prestigious Southland All-Conference awards, showcasing their talent and contribution to Southeastern Louisiana University's basketball success.
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