Box Score

DANVILLE, Va. — The Averett women's basketball team suffered a 81-64 loss against the University of Rochester in non-conference action on Wednesday afternoon.

Rochester (6-5) took an early lead minutes into the game. The Yellowjackets 14-10 before going rattling off a 11-2 run to take control of the game. Averett (1-7, 0-2 USA South) cut that deficit to 43-21 at halftime.

Although the Cougars played better in the second half, Averett could not overcome the first-half deficit.

Freshman Brianna Taylor led Averett with 13 points and five rebounds. Junior Aundrea Burns matched her career high with 12 points while sophomore Jessica Myers added 11 points for the Cougars lineup.

Emily Lewis led the Yellowjackets with 17 points.

The Cougars return to action on Saturday against USA South Conference rival Ferrum College at home at 2 p.m.