Lehman 79, at Cairn 52

HARRISON, N.Y. (Interstat) — The Lehman Lightning opened their season with a commanding 79-52 victory over the Cairn Highlanders in non-conference women’s basketball action Friday night at Kennedy Gym. Lehman’s defense set the tone early and never relented, forcing a staggering 38 turnovers and converting them into 31 points. The Lightning’s full-court pressure was suffocating, resulting in 27 steals. Offensively, the team shared the ball effectively, amassing 27 assists on 31 made field goals. The game was decided in the first half. Lehman exploded for 25 points in the opening quarter, fueled by a swarming defense that created easy transition… Read more...