Alcorn State, MS--The Lady Braves won their third straight game as they defeated Jackson State, 53-51.
The Lady Braves took the lead early in the first half and held the Lady Tigers at bay for the first half. Alcorn State held a three point lead over Jackson State at the half, 29-26.
Alcorn State's lead in the second half soon dwindled as the Lady Tigers took the lead as Mar'chetta Parker's lay-up gave J-State a one point lead. Alcorn and Jackson State would trade shots to hold the lead before Alcorn State pulled away with a 53-51 victory.
Alcorn State shot 39.6% from field goal range while hitting 7 of 11 (63.6 %) at the free throw line. The Lady Braves were out-rebounded by Jackson State 34-24 and were 7 for 11 (47.1 %) from downtown.
Tierro Frost led all scorers with 21 points as Kiara Ruffin added 12 to Alcorn State's win.
The Braves will host Grambling State University on Monday, January 9, 2012. Tip-off is set for 5:30 pm at the Davey L. Whitney HPER Complex. Fans can listen live on WPRL 91.7 FM and www.alcornsports.com.
