Grimes Reaches 1,000 Points as Tech Women Cruise to Win Over Cumberlands
Reghan Grimes needed only five points to reach the 1,000-point milestone this season. Instead, the Tennessee Tech senior exploded for 24 points, leading all scorers on Monday night and powering the Golden Eagles to a 92-67 victory against the University of the Cumberlands at the Eblen Center.
Key Performances
- Grimes shot 7-for-13 from the field and 10-for-11 from the free-throw line to lead Tennessee Tech (1-0).
- Chloe Larry contributed 17 points with three 3-pointers.
- Tulsa transfer Cam Mathews scored a career-high 13 points, including three 3-pointers.
- Reagan Hurst returned from injury to score 10 points in her first regular-season game since last season.
Game Summary
Tennessee Tech shot efficiently, hitting nearly 50 percent of their shots (30-for-61), drilling 10 of 22 from beyond the arc, and making 22 of 33 free throws.
"Reagan Hurst scored 10 points in her first regular-season game back following an injury before the start of last season's campaign."
However, the Golden Eagles faced challenges due to fouls, committing 33 in total. Seven players were close to fouling out, which allowed the visiting Patriots 50 free-throw attempts.
The University of the Cumberlands converted 32 of those attempts (64%). Joy Kendrick led the Patriots (3-0) with 21 points, shooting 12-for-15 from the free-throw line but struggling from the field at 4-for-15.
"Joy Kendrick, who was 12-for-15 at the stripe, led Cumberlands with 21 points despite going 4-for-15 from the field."
Author’s Summary
Grimes' scoring surge helped Tennessee Tech cruise to an impressive season-opening win despite foul troubles, highlighting strong team depth and impactful individual returns.