Rome, GA- Erika Forland had a monster game Monday night recording 17 points, 20 rebounds, 5 blocks, and 4 steals, but it was not enough to overcome Berry's three double-digit scorers. The Lady Scots, who are now without All-Conference point guard Liz Martin for the first game in 3 years, struggled with possession as they committed 38 turnovers, 18 of which went with a Berry steal. Returners Margaret Cross and Hannah Craft came off the bench and scored 11 and 5 points respectively, accounting for all three of the team's three-pointers. For the Lady Vikings, Tikedra Jones scored 21 points and pulled down 8 rebounds, Erica Crumley scored 18, and Lakisha Bryant 10. Overall, Berry outscored Covenant 19-6 on the fast-break, 34-14 off turnovers, and 46-26 in the paint.
The Lady Scots are now 0-1 and will face the 2-2 Lady Bulldogs of Tennessee Wesleyan College Wednesday night. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30.