MARIETTA, Ga. — The Life University women's basketball team secured a 51-36 victory over Talladega College in the Eagles' Nest. The game was marked by strong defensive performances on both sides, but the Running Eagles managed to maintain control throughout.

The Running Eagles took an early lead in the first quarter, finishing with a 7-4 advantage. By halftime, the Running Eagles extended their lead to 17-12, thanks to key contributions from Brionna Sims and Maikya Simmons, who combined for 10 points in the first half. The team relied heavily on their defense, forcing Talladega into 28 turnovers over the course of the game.

The third quarter saw Life U extend the lead further, outscoring Talladega 14-12. Sims played a pivotal role in the second half after Simmons left the game after a hard fall, adding nine points to finish with a game-high 13. Life's largest lead came late in the fourth quarter, at 15 points.

Kaci Scott was dominant on the boards, pulling down 12 rebounds, including three offensive boards. The team as a whole secured 35 rebounds, eight of them on the offensive end, which helped generate second-chance points. Dianis Hurtado added seven points, hitting two three-pointers.

Talladega struggled to find their rhythm offensively, shooting just 25% from the field and 12.5% from beyond the arc. Their top scorer, DeJaria Lewis, managed 20 points and 19 rebounds but received little outside support.

The Running Eagles controlled the game from first tip, capitalizing on defensive pressure, scoring 14 points off turnovers and holding Talladega to just 22 points in the paint. Despite shooting only 34.9% from the field, the Running Eagles' efficient free-throw shooting in the second half (17-of-29) helped seal the win.

Up next, the Running Eagles travel to compete in SSAC play against Middle Georgia this upcoming Wednesday, December 4th.