Grimes Reaches 1,000 Points as Tech Women Win Over Cumberlands
Reghan Grimes needed just five points to join the 1,000-point club this season. Instead, the Tennessee Tech senior scored 24 points to lead all scorers Monday night and help the Golden Eagles secure a 92-67 victory against the University of the Cumberlands at the Eblen Center.
Key Performances
- Grimes made 7 of 13 shots from the field and 10 of 11 free throws, pacing Tennessee Tech (1-0).
- Chloe Larry added 17 points.
- Tulsa transfer Cam Mathews scored a career-high 13 points, hitting three 3-pointers alongside Larry.
- Reagan Hurst contributed 10 points in her first regular-season game back after missing most of last season due to injury.
Game Overview
The Golden Eagles shot nearly 50 percent overall, connecting on 30 of 61 attempts, including 10 of 22 from three-point range and 22 of 33 at the free-throw line. However, the team faced challenges with foul trouble, committing 33 fouls and having seven players close to disqualification.
Seven Golden Eagles players were on the brink of their fifth and disqualifying foul.
The foul issues sent the visiting Patriots to the free-throw line 50 times, where they converted 32 shots (64%).
Cumberlands Highlights
Joy Kendrick led Cumberlands (3-0) with 21 points, making 12 of 15 free throws, though she struggled from the field, going 4 of 15.
Joy Kendrick, who was 12-for-15 at the stripe, led Cumberlands with 21 points despite a 4-for-15 shooting night.
Summary
Tennessee Tech showcased strong shooting and depth to start the season, overcoming foul difficulties to earn a convincing win led by Grimes’ milestone performance.
Author’s note: Grimes' outstanding scoring milestone and Tech’s balanced attack set a strong tone for the season opener.
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