The Lady Pirates took turns at the free-throw line in the last minute of play against Morgan State on Saturday at Hampton University’s Convocation Center. Beating Morgan State 66-60, HU (13-5, 4-0 MEAC) will maintain its No. 1 spot in the conference.
The Lady Pirates had a slow start and allowed Morgan State to lead 25-23 at halftime. Morgan State got the first nine points as its players took turns sinking 3-pointers.
Morgan State’s Bianca Jarrett set the tone, dropping 31 points and 10 rebounds. She also had eight turnovers. Jarrett was the only player from Morgan State to hit double digit points.
The Lady Bears shot 26 percent from the three-point line and 88 percent from the free-throw line. Morgan State returned from halftime, scoring the first basket, but was unable to maintain the lead as HU’s Olivia Allen and Nicole Hamilton picked up the pace. read more…
