Montgomery, AL- The Thomas University women's basketball team  (4-13, 2-7)  traveled to take on Faulkner University (9-9, 5-3) in an SSAC conference matchup on Thursday night. 

To begin the first quarter, Thomas would make a statement by producing an early 7-0 run to establish the lead. Faulkner would settle in shortly after and drain two quick three pointers to cut into this deficit. From there, each team seemed to find their offensive rhythm by capitalizing on several scoring opportunities. At the end of the first quarter, Faulkner would lead the Night Hawks 18-12. In the second period of play, the Night Hawks would shoot 42% from the field and 50% from behind the arc to produce 21 points, while their effort of defense would limit Faulkner to 18 points. 

Entering the third quarter of play, Thomas would trail the Eagles by three, 33-36. Throughout the third period, Thomas would total 20 points, but would allow the Eagles to produce 22 points of their own. The Night Hawks would find themselves down by three points once again to begin the final period of play. In the fourth quarter, Thomas would shoot 43% from the field and 50% from the three to produce 24 points. Despite Thomas' shooting efficiency, the Eagles would score 27 points in the quarter and take a 85-77 victory.

Jade Studamire would record 20 points and connect on five three pointers. Ta'Nija Watson would score 14 points and dish out 6 assists. Destiny Hill recorded 12 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 steals. Dejah Wilson scored 10 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Ryann Woodley recorded 13 points. 

NEXT UP:  The Night Hawks will travel to Mount Vernon, Georgia to take on Brewton-Parker College on January, 13th. Tip off is set for 12 PM.

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