Lady Braves come up short at Alabama State Source: Alcorn State Athletics (Source: Alcorn State Athletics) By Alcorn State Sports Information | January 23, 2021 at 6:52 PM CST - Updated January 23 at 6:52 PM
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Playing the only undefeated team left in the Southwestern Athletic Conference, the Alcorn State University womenâs basketball team went toe-to-toe with Alabama State. After the Lady Braves pulled to within five points in the second half, Alabama State was able to hold off the rally and take the 68-57 conference victory Saturday afternoon inside Dunn-Oliver Acadome.
The defense again made things tough on the opponent with Alcorn (4-6, 4-2 SWAC) forcing 26 turnovers while committing just 10. That led to a 24-11 advantage on points off turnovers. Kirdis Clark led the way with 16 points. Tyginae Wright added 12 points and Aja Wheeler had a strong all-around game with eight points, seven rebounds and three steals. Both teams made 24 field goals and Al