DAIYLY REPORT: On Sunday afternoon, the Lady Vols secured an early advantage in an 86-81 victory against in-state rival Vanderbilt at…
On Sunday afternoon, the Lady Vols secured an early advantage in an 86-81 victory against in-state rival Vanderbilt at Memorial Gymnasium, completing a regular season sweep with a 25-point win.
The starting lineup for Tennessee featured Rickea Jackson, Jasmine Powell, Jewel Spear, Tamari Key, and Sara Puckett, with Key making her sixth consecutive start for the Lady Vols this season.
UT made a strong start in the initial ten minutes, embarking on a 12-0 run and establishing a 20-7 lead with 4:10 remaining in the first quarter.
During the first 10 minutes, Tennessee showcased impressive shooting, going 5-6 from beyond the arc and maintaining a 76.9 percent accuracy from the field. Spear led the team with nine points, contributing to the Lady Vols’ 30-15 lead, marking a season-high quarter score for the team.
Approximately seven minutes into the second quarter, Tennessee held a 37-19 lead. However, Vanderbilt mounted a comeback with a 10-2 run, narrowing the gap to nine points and making it a 39-30 game.
