Dillard Held Off by Fisk in 68-62 Matchup

New Orleans, LA - Fisk (TN) emerged victorious in a close matchup against Dillard with a final score of 68-62.

The first quarter saw Fisk take an early lead, outscoring Dillard 18-14. However, Dillard fought back in the second quarter, scoring 20 points compared to Fisk's 15, and entered halftime with a 34-33 lead.

The third quarter proved to be crucial for Fisk as they outscored Dillard 25-12, giving them a comfortable lead heading into the final quarter. Despite Dillard's efforts to close the gap in the fourth quarter, Fisk managed to hold on to their lead and secure the victory.

Maya Buckhanon was the standout player for Fisk, contributing 37 points, 12 rebounds, and 1 block. For Dillard, Cassidy Lowe led the team with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Jordyn Rowe also had a solid performance, scoring 16 points and contributing 2 steals. However, their efforts were not enough to secure the win.

Fisk's strong third-quarter performance and Maya Buckhanon's dominant display were the key factors in their victory over Dillard. Dillard's record falls to 12-13 overall and 11-7 in conference play. Come out and support Dillard in there last home contest on of the 2023-24 season Saturuday, February 17, 2024 "Bleu Devil Classic", game time slated for 6:00 pm.

-Bleu Devil-