WILMORE, Ky. — Belhaven Women’s Basketball fell 103-72 Thursday night at Asbury University’s Luce Center. The Blazers moved to 15-5 overall and 8-4 in the Conference Carolina System play this season.
Belhaven started strong, opening with a 7-0 run behind interior play from Kyla Farmer and Katelyn Coleman, along with a three from Veronica Williams. Farmer scored twice in the paint early, and Coleman added a fast-break layup to push the lead to seven. After leading 16-9 midway through the first quarter, Asbury responded with a long run fueled by perimeter shooting and transition baskets. The Eagles finished the period ahead 33-19.
In the second quarter, Belhaven responded with one of its best offensive stretches. Farmer continued her strong inside presence, scoring multiple times on the block. Amanda Walker provided a boost off the bench with a finish in the paint and a free throw. Williams hit a three, and Kiersten Hudson added a three-pointer and free throws to cut the deficit to 13. Allison Liddell contributed with a late three as Belhaven shot 50% in the period. Despite the offensive effort, Asbury led 60-44 at halftime.
Belhaven fought to stay within reach early in the third quarter. Williams scored in transition and at the line, while Coleman finished inside. Farmer added another basket, but Asbury’s scoring run midway through the quarter extended the margin beyond 20 points. The Blazers scored 13 points in the period and trailed 86-57 entering the fourth.
In the final quarter, Belhaven continued to compete. Ny Jones scored on a pull-up jumper and a fast-break layup. Jayden Coleman made a three, and RaMya King added one from beyond the arc. King also made two free throws late. Williams led the team with 17 points, Farmer scored 15, and Coleman finished with 12. Hudson added nine points and seven rebounds, while King and Liddell contributed from the perimeter.
The Blazers will visit Piedmont for their final regular-season road game Saturday at 1 p.m. Follow @BelhavenBlazers on Twitter and Instagram and like their Facebook page for updates. Support Belhaven Athletics through Team Green Giving.
