Trinity Women’s Basketball Edges Millsaps, 68-56, Fueled by Turnovers

Jackson, Miss. — Trinity University’s women’s basketball team defeated Millsaps College 68-56 in a Southern Athletic Association game Sunday at the Hangar Dome.

The Tigers (9-7, 5-0 SAA) took advantage of 20 turnovers by the Majors (11-5, 2-3 SAA), converting those miscues into 28 points. Trinity also had a balanced offensive attack, highlighted by a 20-point third quarter that helped them maintain their undefeated conference record.

Junior Garin Freeman led Millsaps with 17 points and nine assists, while senior Elyse Warren posted a double-double with 12 points and 15 rebounds. Warren also recorded three steals. Junior Tia Anderson scored 13 points, including three three-pointers, and added eight rebounds. Sophomore Ashlyn Hafley contributed nine points and made three shots from beyond the arc.

The game began with Anderson hitting two early three-pointers to give Millsaps an initial 6-2 lead. Warren helped extend the lead to 13-8, but Trinity fought back, tying the game at 17-17 at the end of the first quarter. The Tigers then took control early in the second quarter, with Hafley hitting a three to push the lead to 23-17. The teams traded baskets and hits from beyond the arc, and Trinity closed the half with a 9-0 run, leading 37-32 at halftime.

After the break, Trinity built a 15-point lead by the end of the third quarter. Although Millsaps played with physicality, they were unable to close the gap and ultimately fell 68-56. The Majors will host Berry College at the Hangar Dome on Friday at 5:30 p.m. The game will be streamed live, with stats available at gomajors.com.

Millsaps College, founded in 1890 in Jackson, Mississippi, is recognized for academic excellence and social engagement. The college has received praise from multiple national rankings and organizations, emphasizing its value and commitment to liberal arts education.

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