UVA Wise Beats Georgia Southwestern 78-46 After Second-Half Surge

UVA Wise secured a 78-46 victory over Georgia Southwestern State University on Friday afternoon, using a decisive third-quarter surge to overcome a sluggish opening period.

While the Lady Hurricanes struggled to find an offensive rhythm early on, a high-powered shooting performance in the second half allowed the Cavaliers to turn a close contest into a blowout at the David J. Prior Convocation Center. According to a report from Georgia Southwestern State University, the win marks a 1-0 start for UVA Wise in their second all-time meeting with the program.

The game began as a defensive struggle, with both teams combining for only 17 points in the first quarter. UVA Wise took an early 4-0 lead, but the Lady Hurricanes responded quickly, with Dyson converting free throws to keep the score tight. By the time the second period began, the deficit was only 11-6.

The momentum shifted late in the first half when the Cavaliers executed a 10-2 run to push the lead to 21-8. Georgia Southwestern managed to narrow that gap to 27-19 by halftime, thanks to a three-pointer from Smith and late free throws.

The complexion of the game changed entirely after the break. UVA Wise opened the third quarter with a 9-0 run, stretching their lead to 36-19. The Cavaliers’ offensive efficiency spiked during this stretch, as they shot 60 percent from the field and connected on three of four three-point attempts.

The statistical dominance of the Cavaliers during this period was reflected in their ability to control the glass and capitalize on second chances. The following table breaks down the key performance metrics from the matchup:

Statistic	UVA Wise	Georgia Southwestern
Final Score	78	46
Field Goal Percentage	N/A	31.3%
3-Point Percentage	N/A	33.3%
Offensive Rebounds	20	N/A
Bench Points	43	N/A

UVA Wise used their rebounding advantage to maintain pressure, outscoring the Lady Hurricanes 26-12 in the third quarter alone. This momentum carried into the final frame, where the Cavaliers hit six three-pointers to seal the 32-point victory.

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Ariana Dyson led the scoring efforts for UVA Wise, finishing with a team-high 14 points alongside five rebounds and four assists. Shelby Higgins also provided 12 points, all of which came from four successful three-pointers. The Cavaliers’ depth was a deciding factor, as they recorded 43 points from their bench players.

For Georgia Southwestern, Destiny Smith was the primary offensive engine, scoring 13 points and completing all four of her free-throw attempts. Smith also connected on two three-pointers during the fourth quarter as the Lady Hurricanes attempted to mitigate the damage.

Defensively, the Lady Hurricanes were active in the paint, recording five blocked shots, including two by Kamiyah Adams. However, they were unable to overcome the Cavaliers’ ability to generate points through ball movement and second-chance opportunities, as UVA Wise converted 17 second-chance points compared to nine for GSW.

The Cavaliers’ ball movement was evident in their final stat line, finishing with 24 assists on 29 made field goals. This efficiency helped offset the Lady Hurricanes’ efforts to capitalize on turnovers, where UVA Wise held a 22-15 advantage.

The Lady Hurricanes will look to bounce back in their next matchup against Ferrum College, scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m.