Lady Royals Begin Conference Play with a Win Over Brenau

Knoxville, TN- The Lady Royals opened their conference season on November 9, 2024, with an impressive 71-47 victory over the Brenau Tigers. This game set a powerful tone for Johnson as they outscored Brenau in three of four quarters, showing balanced scoring and strong defense throughout.

The Royals' offense was led by Hannah Jones, who scored a game-high 25 points, shooting 50% from the field. Jones also contributed eight rebounds, helping Johnson control the boards. Guard Emily Wilson added 11 points and showed her defensive presence with seven rebounds. Jordan Heifner played a pivotal role as well, scoring 12 points, dishing out five assists, and adding two steals.

Johnson came out strong in the second half, putting up 23 points in both the third and fourth quarters. Their 9-for-24 shooting from beyond the arc showcased their three-point shooting capabilities, as Kelsey Pike and Hailey Brooks both hit multiple shots from deep. Pike finished with eight points, and Brooks added eight as well, each contributing to the Royals' offensive firepower.

Defensively, the Lady Royals held Brenau to just 26.1% shooting and forced 19 turnovers. Brenau struggled from three-point range, shooting only 17.1%, with Johnson's perimeter defense disrupting their offensive flow.

This commanding win in the season's first conference game sets a promising tone for the Lady Royals as they look to build on their strong start. They'll aim to carry this momentum forward, showing fans and opponents alike that Johnson is ready to make a statement in conference play.