LAKELAND, Fla. - In a matchup between the Tampa Spartans and the Florida Southern Moccasins, Tampa came out on top with a final score of 73-48. The Spartans maintained control of the game from the beginning, leading in each quarter and ultimately securing a comfortable victory.
Tampa's Zoe Piller had an outstanding performance, leading the team with 18 points. She was efficient in her shooting, going 8-for-11 from the field and making all of her free throws. Mya Giusto also contributed to the Spartans' success with 12 points and five assists. The team as a whole shot at an impressive 54.0% from the field.
Fla. Southern struggled to find their rhythm throughout the game, shooting only 29.0% from the field. Anna Denes was the leading scorer for the Moccasins with six points. Sydney Gomes also made notable contributions with eight points and three assists.
Defensively, Tampa displayed their dominance by limiting Fla. Southern's scoring opportunities. The Spartans recorded six steals and two blocks, making it difficult for the Moccasins to find open shots. Tampa's strong rebounding also played a significant role, as they outrebounded their opponents 37-33.
The victory improves Tampa's overall record to 7-2, including a 2-0 record in the Sunshine Conference. Fla. Southern falls to 5-1 and 0-1 in conference play.
Overall, Tampa's well-rounded performance and efficient shooting led them to a convincing win over Fla. Southern. The Spartans' strong defense and rebounding proved to be the key factors in their success. They will look to carry this momentum into their next game as they continue their pursuit of a successful season.
