Lancers Head to Elon for Sunday’s Match

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The Longwood Lancers women’s basketball team is set to face the Elon Phoenix on Sunday at 1 p.m. The game will be held at the Schar Center in Elon, North Carolina.

Lancers Aiming for Victory

This matchup marks an essential opportunity for Longwood to secure its fourth win in five games. The Lancers are currently seeking their first true road victory of the season. Historically, Elon leads the series with Longwood, having a 14-7 advantage, including a 10-3 record at home. Longwood’s last victory against Elon occurred on November 15, 2008, when they won a thrilling battle 58-54 in overtime.

Longwood’s Season Highlights

A win on Sunday would elevate Longwood’s record to 8-4, marking the fastest time the Lancers have reached eight wins in their Division I history. The previous quickest start was 8-2 during the 2002-03 season. Notably, the Lancers currently rank in the top 10 nationally in several statistical categories:

5th in steals per game (15.6)
7th in turnovers forced per game (25.8)
9th in bench points per game (34.8)

In turnover margin, the Lancers are ranked 16th with a plus-8.64 differential. Jesstynie Scott, a freshman guard, leads the team with 31 total steals, placing her 22nd nationally.

Recent Performance

In their last match against UNC Pembroke, Longwood showcased a strong offensive performance, winning 90-62. Five players scored in double figures, led by Malea Brown, who contributed 18 points. Otaifo Esenabhalu recorded her fourth double-double of the season with 15 points and 12 rebounds.

Elon Phoenix Overview

Elon enters this matchup with a 3-5 record and recent struggles, losing four of its last five games. The Phoenix’s leading scorer is LaNae’ Corbett, who averages 9.5 points per game. Quinzia Fulmore is the top rebounder, pulling down 6.0 rebounds per game. Elon has been picked to finish fifth in the 13-team Coastal Athletic Association and is coached by Charlotte Smith, in her 15th season at the helm.

Looking Ahead

With a strong performance against Elon, Longwood aims to continue its momentum and solidify its place in the standings. The Lancers have demonstrated their scoring ability throughout the season, averaging 79.3 points per game and achieving multiple high-scoring quarters. Fans can expect a competitive matchup as both teams seek an important victory.