Temple Owls Defeat East Carolina Pirates in Women’s Basketball

News Summary

On January 22, 2025, the Temple women’s basketball team showcased their skills by defeating the East Carolina Pirates, 69-52. With standout performances from Tiarra East and others, the Owls improved to 12-6 overall. As the Owls head towards their next game against Tulane, fans are excited about the team’s potential. Meanwhile, East Carolina continues to struggle after another tough loss.

Greenville Comes Alive as Temple Owls Soar Past East Carolina Pirates!

On a chilly afternoon in Greenville, N.C., the Temple women’s basketball team showed their impressive skills on January 22, 2025, defeating the East Carolina Pirates with a solid score of 69-52. This exhilarating showdown took place at the iconic Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum and saw the Owls improving their overall record to 12-6 and a sizzling 6-1 in the American Athletic Conference (AAC).

As fans settled in for the action, a last-minute schedule change that moved the game from its original 6:00 p.m. start to 2:00 p.m. due to anticipated inclement weather kept everyone on their toes. It was a smart move considering icy road conditions across the area, making it a perfect day for some indoor basketball excitement!

Key Players Shine Bright

The spotlight was on several standout performances during the game. Leading the charge for the Owls was Tiarra East, who netted an impressive 19 points, making her a true offensive powerhouse. Close on her heels were Tarriyonna Gary and Kaylah Turner, contributing 13 and 14 points respectively. Gary not only made her mark in this game but also achieved a notable milestone, tying for third place in Temple’s history for career three-pointers, reaching a total of 162 in just three seasons! Talk about making a splash!

The Road Ahead

The winning streak for the Owls didn’t stop there. This victory followed a recent triumph over Charlotte, where they claimed victory with an 80-62 score. This win marked the fifth consecutive game that Temple won when scoring more than 70 points, demonstrating just how dynamic their offense has become. Prior to the Charlotte game, Jaleesa Molina had showcased her talent with multiple double-doubles, including a strong performance of 15 points and 11 rebounds.

Unfortunately for the Pirates, this game marked another tough loss, bringing their overall record to 10-9 and 2-5 in AAC play. Following a recent heartbreaker against Rice where they lost 56-65, East Carolina struggled to make a significant impact. Scoring leader Amiya Joyner did her best despite the loss, pulling off a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds while coming off the bench. But the team’s shooting woes could not go unnoticed, finishing the game with just 23 of 61 from the field (37.7%) and an abysmal 1 of 16 from beyond the arc (6.3%).

What’s Next for the Owls?

The future looks bright for the Temple Owls as they prepare to host the Tulane Green Wave at the Liacouras Center on January 25, 2025. Fans are eagerly anticipating this matchup and hoping that the Owls can continue their impressive performance streak. Will they keep the winning momentum alive? Only time will tell, but the excitement is undeniably brewing!

This game in Greenville was another reminder of why women’s basketball is something to cheer for, with so much talent and spirit on display. Here’s to more thrilling matchups ahead as we continue to support our favorite teams!