Big South Tournament Showdown: Presbyterian Blue Hose vs. South Carolina Upstate Spartans
The Presbyterian Blue Hose will face off against the South Carolina Upstate Spartans in the Big South Tournament in Johnson City, Tennessee. The Spartans have a 6-10 record against Big South opponents and lead the conference in rebounding with an average of 37.3 boards per game, with Aijah Palmore leading the team with 8.2 rebounds. On the other hand, the Blue Hose have struggled in Big South play with a 1-15 record and are eighth in the conference in rebounding, averaging 28.4 boards per game led by Krystal Haddock.
South Carolina Upstate has a field goal percentage of 39.5% this season, which is lower than the 47.6% that Presbyterian allows to its opponents. Conversely, Presbyterian has a shooting percentage of 34.8%, slightly lower than the 37.3% that South Carolina Upstate has given up to its opponents. This will be the third meeting between the two teams this season, with South Carolina Upstate winning the last game 70-63 on Feb. 4.
Cassie Gallagher is a key player for the Spartans, averaging 15.7 points, while Aubrie Kierscht has been consistent in making 3-pointers. Allie Sykes and Jacia Cunningham are important players for the Blue Hose, with Cunningham averaging 11.4 points over the past 10 games.
In their last 10 games, the Spartans have a 5-5 record, averaging 56.3 points per game, while the Blue Hose have struggled with a 0-10 record, averaging 55.9 points per game. The Spartans have a stronger defensive record, allowing fewer points per game compared to the Blue Hose.
The upcoming game between the Presbyterian Blue Hose and the South Carolina Upstate Spartans promises to be an exciting matchup between two Big South teams with different strengths and weaknesses. Both teams will be looking to secure a win in the tournament and advance further in the competition.