Box Score
Box Score


FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Averett's shooting woes continued in a 55-33 conference loss at Methodist University on Tuesday night.

Averett (10-9, 6-6 USA South) enjoyed an 11-2 lead in the first five minutes of the game, but Methodist (9-10, 6-6 USA South) eventually caught up. The Monarchs tied the game at 18-18 and went in front 21-18 by halftime.

The Cougars stayed within striking distance in the second half until an 11-2 Methodist run extended its lead to double digits. The Monarchs defense allowed just 15 points in the second half as Averett shot under 20 percent after halftime. The Cougars 20.7 percent for the game.

Junior Mette Scheiman led Averett with 12 points, including a pair of 3-pointers that moved her within two of the Cougars' all-time career record of 106 held by Laura Bowman. Scheiman also grabbed eight rebounds, and senior Liz Martin added nine points and six rebounds. Senior Kaneshia Slade finished with a team-best nine boards.

Methodist's Jordan Tyson led the Monarchs with 11 points.

The Cougars' 33 points is their lowest output since the 2003-2004 season.

Averett will look to rebound when it hosts Ferrum College on Saturday at 2 p.m.