CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – (ESPN CLARKSVILLE) In its regular season opener, Austin Peay State University women’s basketball team enjoyed a hot start before falling late, 73-58, against Miami University, Friday, in the Dunn Center.
The Governors shot 44 percent from the field in the opening period, helping the home team jump out to a seven-point lead by the 1:31 mark following APSU’s four three-pointer by freshman Nieja Crawford. However, from that point on, Austin Peay shot 29 percent, 26 percent and 18 percent in the final three quarters.
By comparison, the RedHawks increased their percentages late in the game, including a 62 percent shooting display in the fourth period which allowed Miami to pull away. In the final 15 minutes, APSU was 4-of-26 from the field.
Coming up next, the Governors face a quick turnaround as they get set to host Christian Brothers, 2 p.m., Sunday, in the Dunn Center.