Columbia International University Athletics

Columbia, SC -- The Columbia International University women's basketball team took to the court for one final home game this season. Tonight was also senior night as Berther Ondiek, Angel Simpson, Victoria Dickerson, and Raven Fleming were all honored for their contributions to the program. The Rams welcomed Hiwassee College for tonight's game. Earlier in the year the Rams lost to Hiwassee on their home court so the Rams were looking to even the season series with a win at home. The Rams did just that as they were victorious with a final score of 71-65.

The Basics

• Score: CIU 71 / Hiwassee 65
• Records: CIU 7-21 / Hiwassee 16-9
• Location: Columbia, SC

How it Happened:

• In the first three minutes the Tigers would take an early 5-2 lead. Just over a minute later after five points from Victoria Dickerson the Rams held a 7-5 advantage. After four points from Raven Fleming to end the half the Rams led the Tigers 11-10.
• The Tigers would draw even with the Rams at 15 just about two minutes into the second quarter. The Rams would regain the lead and push it as high as eight after two free throws from Zeleria Simpson. After a Tigers turnover, Raven Fleming was able to score on the fastbreak and give the Rams a ten point lead at half, 35-25.
• Semoine Frasier and Jordan Spruell got in on the action to start the third quarter as they each scored for the Rams. However, after those points the Tigers would go on a 10-2 run to trim the Rams lead to six. For almost three minutes neither team could buy a basket, but finally a free throw from Frasier got the scoring started again. At the end of third quarter the Rams held a 51-37 lead.
• Over the first four minutes of the fourth quarter the two teams would trade baskets. The fourth quarter was the highest scoring quarter and it showed as the Tigers cut the Rams lead to three on two occasions. Down the stretch the Rams would hit their free throws and win by the final score of 71-65.

Inside the Columbia International Box Score:

• The Rams shot a season high 51% (25-of-49) from the floor and were 18-of-21 from the free throw line
• Victoria Dickerson had a great senior night with 18 points, seven assists, and four rebounds
• Raven Fleming had a good game with 10 points, seven rebounds, and four assists
• Zeleria Simpson led the Rams with 20 points
• Jordan Spruell had another double-double with 19 points and 12 rebounds

Inside the Hiwassee Box Score:

• The Tigers shot 35.1% (26-of-74) from the floor and were only 2-of-19 from three
• J"Lynn Majors led the Tigers with 21 points and seven rebounds
• Valerie Cheek chipped in with 12 points

Up Next:

• The Rams next game will be in the NCCAA South Region Tournament host by Emmanuel College. The Rams opponent, game time, and date are still to be determined. Continue to check the women's basketball page for the most up-to-date information.