Game Recap: Rhodes vs. Norwich University

In a closely contested game that featured multiple lead changes, Rhodes defeated Norwich 69–64 on December 19 at Baruch College ARC Arena in New York. The game remained tight throughout all four quarters, with neither team able to pull away as the Lynx relied on rebounding and timely execution to secure the win.

Key Performances

Alyssa Bongiovanni led Rhodes with a strong effort on the glass, finishing with 12 points and 16 rebounds to anchor the Lynx inside. Mackenzie McKown added 11 points and six rebounds, while Avery Marsh contributed 10 points, seven rebounds, seven assists, and five steals in a full 40-minute performance. Giana Vlahakos also scored 10 points to go along with five rebounds, and Juliet Howell provided a boost off the bench with 10 points. As a team, Rhodes held a 45–39 rebounding advantage and scored 23 second-chance points.

Game Highlights

Norwich opened the game with a narrow 19–17 lead after the first quarter before Rhodes responded with a 21–12 second quarter to take a halftime advantage. The third and fourth quarters remained back-and-forth, with seven ties and seven lead changes over the course of the game. Rhodes used its rebounding presence in the paint and points off turnovers to maintain a slim edge late, holding Norwich to 13 points in the final quarter to close out the five-point win.

Game Recap: Rhodes vs. St. Mary's College (MD)

Rhodes dropped an 81–76 decision to St. Mary's (MD) on December 20 at Baruch College ARC Arena in New York. The Lynx led for much of the game but were outscored 33–16 in the fourth quarter as St. Mary's pulled ahead late to secure the win.

Key Performances

Giana Vlahakos led Rhodes with 12 points while adding four rebounds and three blocks. Avery Marsh finished with 11 points, seven rebounds, and six assists, while also contributing defensively with a block. Audrey Griffith provided a strong lift off the bench, scoring 11 points on three made three-pointers. Juliet Howell added 10 points, and Kelsey Willingham chipped in nine points. As a team, Rhodes received 32 points from its bench and shot 40.9 percent from three-point range.

Game Highlights

Rhodes opened the game strong, scoring 28 points in the first quarter to take an early lead. After a slower second quarter, the Lynx regrouped coming out of halftime, shooting 66.7 percent from the field and a perfect 3-for-3 from beyond the arc in the third quarter to regain momentum. The game remained tight entering the final period before St. Mary's surged offensively in the fourth, connecting on four three-pointers and going 9-for-9 at the free throw line to swing the outcome.

Up Next: Rhodes vs. Millsaps College

Rhodes moves to 4–7 on the season following the loss. The Lynx will now look ahead to conference play, opening their SAA campaign against Millsaps College on January 3 at home.