Morehead State 59, at Southern Indiana 78

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (Interstat) — A dominant first-quarter blitz and a career-high scoring performance from Ali Saunders propelled Southern Indiana to a decisive 78-59 victory over Morehead State in a non-conference women’s basketball game Saturday at the Physical Activities Center. The Screaming Eagles (8-2) overwhelmed the visiting Eagles (4-8) from the opening tip, racing to a 26-14 lead after the first quarter. Southern Indiana’s defensive pressure was the catalyst, forcing eight Morehead State turnovers in the period and converting them into easy scoring opportunities. The early run effectively decided the contest, as Morehead State never got closer than nine points the… Read more...