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Austin Peay Women’s Basketball Dominates with Season-High Steals and Three-Pointers
The Austin Peay State University women’s basketball team delivered a standout performance in their most recent game, achieving season highs in both steals and three-pointers. Led by a career night from JaNiah Newell, the Governors showcased a dynamic offensive and defensive showing.
Game Highlights
* JaNiah Newell’s Breakout Performance: JaNiah Newell led the team with a career-high 15 points,marking her first game as the team’s leading scorer. She was especially effective from beyond the arc, shooting four-for-seven from the three-point line.
* Dominant Rebounding: Ines Gnahore and Kyra Perkins tied for the team led in rebounds, each securing 10 boards.
* Defensive Intensity: The Governors’ defense was a major factor in the game, recording a season-high 19 steals. This remarkable number is the most steals in a single game for the program since December 25, 1995, when the team recorded 26 steals. Ines Gnahore contributed significantly to this effort, leading the team with four steals.
* Three-Point Success: Austin Peay connected on 10 three-pointers, also a season high, demonstrating improved shooting accuracy from long range.
Key Takeaways
* JaNiah Newell is emerging as a key offensive threat for the Governors.
* The team’s defensive pressure is significantly impacting their success.
* Improved three-point shooting is expanding the team’s offensive options.
Looking Ahead
The Austin Peay women’s basketball team will look to build on this strong performance as they continue their season. Fans can stay updated on the team’s progress by following them on X (@GovsWBB) and Instagram (@GovsWBB), or by visiting LetsGoPeay.com.
date: 2025-12-29 05:08:00