Game Recap: Rhodes vs. Hendrix College

In a gritty defensive matchup, Rhodes women's basketball defeated Hendrix College 56–47 on December 6 at Mallory Gymnasium. The Lynx led from start to finish, using balanced scoring and high-pressure defense to secure their third win of the season.

Key Performances

Avery Marsh posted 12 points, 7 steals, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists, setting the tone defensively and sparking transition opportunities.
AC Milam added 10 points with two made threes, providing timely scoring throughout the game.
Mackenzie McKown contributed 8 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 steals, while Alyssa Bongiovanni tallied 7 points and 6 rebounds in the paint.
Giana Vlahakos added 4 points and 5 boards. Off the bench, freshman Annabelle Tobin hit two threes for 6 points, Juliet Howell added 5 points.

Game Highlights

Rhodes opened strong with a 17–9 first quarter and kept the lead at halftime, up 32–27. The Lynx maintained control in the third behind key baskets from Milam and Marsh.
The fourth quarter was dominated by the Rhodes defense, which held Hendrix to just 5 points to close out the win.
For the game, Rhodes forced 23 turnovers and generated 18 points off those mistakes, a major factor in the victory.

Up Next: Rhodes vs. Norwich University 

Rhodes is back on the court Friday, December 19 at 10 AM in New York to take on Norwich University, looking to carry their momentum into the final stretch of December play.