Box Score Boca Raton, Florida– Lynn welcomed No. 22 Tampa in an SSC battle. The Fighting Knights fought hard but Tampa used the fourth quarter to pull away.
INSIDE THE MATCHUP:
Score: Tampa 64 Lynn 47
Records: Lynn (7-10, 5-8 SSC) Barry (19-4, 10-2 SSC)
Series History: Lynn trails 11-43
Location: McArthur Center | Boca Raton, Florida
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STATS OF THE GAME:
- The Fighting Knights started the game off red hot, shooting 50% from the floor in the first quarter.
- In the second quarter Lynn used their dominant defense to remain in the game. Both teams shot the ball below 31% in the quarter, with the Fighting Knights trailing 26-19.
- Uloma Enyogasi led the charge in the first half, scoring six points, while also pulling down six rebounds. Right behind her was Loie Webb scoring five points, while also dishing out two assists.
- In the third quarter both teams were on fire. Lynn shot 50% from the floor, 60% from the three-point line, and 100% from the free-throw line.
- The beginning of the fourth saw Tampa take control of the game. They shot 75% from the floor, while only missing two shots in the quarter. The offensive explosion in the fourth led Tampa to a 64-47 victory.
- Enyogasi led the way for the Fighting Knights scoring 11 points, grabbing nine rebounds, and collecting three steals on the night.
- Lynn had balanced scoring with five players scoring over five points, Rachel Romich (8), Loie Webb (8), Trinity Edwards (7), Dani Lozzi (7), Kelsi Fizer (6).
- Lynn continued their strong defensive play, forcing 15 Tampa turnovers, while also collecting nine steals.
BEYOND THE BOX SCORE
- Tampa is ranked 22nd nationally and first in the SSC.
- Lozzi leads the SSC averaging three steals. She recorded three or more steals for the seventh time this season.
UP NEXT:
The Fighting Knights will be on the road to take on Florida Southern, Feb. 5, at 5:30 p.m. This will be the second time facing off against Florida Southern, with Lynn winning the last meeting 75-43.
About the Lynn University Fighting Knights
Lynn's NCAA Division II Fighting Knights have won 25 national titles and 47 conference championships. The Blue and White are a member of the Sunshine State Conference, the Division II "Conference of National Champions." Lynn University is an independent college based in Boca Raton, Florida. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Lynn for its innovation, international students and value. To keep up to date on Lynn Athletics, follow @Lynn_Knights on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
