Lady Bleu Devils Add Another Win Against Rust

TALLADEGA, AL–In a close matchup between Dillard (LA) and Rust (MS) on January 6, 2025, Dillard emerged victorious with a final score of 64-60. Dillard's strong start with an 11-point lead in the first quarter set the tone for the game, but Rust fought back in the fourth quarter, scoring 27 points to make it a tight finish.

Dillard's Cassidy Lowe led the team with 19 points, while Imani Rothschild contributed 14 points and led in assists with 5. Despite struggling with their three-point shooting at only 14.3%, Dillard was able to secure the win with solid performances from their starters and reserves.

On the other side, Rust's Michaela Payton led all scorers with 19 points and an impressive 16 rebounds. However, Rust struggled with their field goal percentage at 33.8% and three-point shooting at 13.0%, ultimately falling short in their comeback attempt.

Overall, it was a hard-fought game between two competitive teams, but Dillard's strong start and balanced scoring ultimately led them to victory. Both teams showed determination and skill on the court, making for an exciting matchup for fans and players alike. The last game of the HBCUAC Division II Pod is tomorrow against Fisk at Stillman College at 2:00 p.m.

-Bleu Devils-