News Summary
On March 1, 2025, the Augusta women’s basketball team celebrated a strong 61-44 victory against USC Beaufort. After a slow start, the Jaguars regained control to dominate the game, highlighted by standout performances from players like Quinasia Abercrombie and Je’Bria Fullwood. With this win, Augusta improved to a 20-8 overall record and is gearing up for the upcoming Peach Belt Conference Tournament, showcasing their determination and athletic prowess.
Augusta Women’s Basketball Celebrates a Solid Victory in Beaufort
Augusta, SC – The Augusta women’s basketball team turned in an impressive performance on March 1, 2025, as they went head-to-head against USC Beaufort, wrapping up the day with a convincing 61-44 victory. Fans at USC Beaufort’s gym had the chance to witness this exciting match, where the Jaguars showcased their skills and determination.
Game Recap
This game kicked off with a bit of a struggle for the Jaguars, who initially found themselves trailing. The first quarter was slow going, but they quickly found their rhythm, rallying back to take charge in the second quarter. Augusta dominated in the paint, scoring a whopping 38 points while also winning the rebounding battle with a resounding 45-35 against USC Beaufort.
As the second quarter rolled around, Augusta reclaimed the lead and outscored USC Beaufort 17-8. By halftime, the scoreboard read 31-26 in favor of the Jaguars. The second half brought a solid defensive presence from Augusta, who held USC Beaufort to a mere 18 points in total during those two quarters.
Augusta’s final push in the fourth quarter solidified their triumphant victory, marking a noteworthy achievement in their journey this season. With this latest win, the team improved their overall record to 20-8 and garnered a solid 12-6 record in Peach Belt Conference play. Meanwhile, USC Beaufort’s season record fell to 6-20 overall and 4-14 in conference.
Standout Performers
Leading the charge for the Jaguars was Quinasia Abercrombie, who dazzled fans with her skills, contributing 15 points and snagging five rebounds. Je’Bria Fullwood also had a fantastic outing, recording a double-double with 11 points and an impressive 12 rebounds, proving to be a force both offensively and defensively. Amari Jackson added valuable support with 10 points and six rebounds, while Sierra Burns came in off the bench and made an impact by scoring five points.
The statistics showed that Augusta shot 37.3% from the field and maintained a free throw percentage of 77.8%, while they could convert 25.0% of their three-point attempts. In contrast, USC Beaufort struggled, posting only 32.0% shooting from the field and a disheartening 12.5% for three-pointers. Their free throw percentage stood at 55.6%, which certainly left room for improvement.
Looking Ahead
With the victory under their belt, the Augusta Jaguars are gearing up for the Peach Belt Conference Tournament, which is set to open at home on Wednesday, March 5. Fans can look forward to an exhilarating tournament as Augusta aims to make a strong showing. Final tournament brackets will be released on the following Sunday, giving fans just enough time to get hyped up!
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