Grimes Reaches 1,000 Points as Tech Women Cruise to Win Over Cumberlands
Reghan Grimes needed only five points to join the 1,000-point club this season. Instead, the Tennessee Tech senior scored 24 points Monday night to lead the Golden Eagles to a 92-67 win against the University of the Cumberlands at the Eblen Center.
Standout Performances
- Grimes shot 7-for-13 from the field and 10-for-11 from the free-throw line.
- Chloe Larry scored 17 points, including three 3-pointers.
- Tulsa transfer Cam Mathews achieved a career-high 13 points with three 3-pointers.
- Reagan Hurst returned from injury to score 10 points in her first regular-season game back.
Game Overview
The Golden Eagles shot nearly 50 percent from the field, finishing 30-for-61, while hitting 10-of-22 from beyond the arc and 22-of-33 at the free-throw line. However, the team was challenged by 33 fouls called against them, putting seven players close to disqualification.
The visiting Patriots benefited from 50 attempts at the free-throw line, converting 32 for a 64-percent success rate. Joy Kendrick led the Cumberlands with 21 points despite shooting 4-for-15 from the field and going 12-for-15 on free throws.
“Reagan Hurst scored 10 points in her first regular-season game back following an injury before the start of last season's campaign.”
“Joy Kendrick, who was 12-for-15 at the stripe, led Cumberlands with 21 points despite going 4-for-15 from the field.”
By Thomas Corhern, TTU Athletics Media Relations
Summary: Reghan Grimes led Tennessee Tech’s strong team effort to a commanding win over Cumberlands, marking a personal milestone and showcasing key contributions from multiple players.
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