GAME DETAILS
University of the Ozarks 62, Hendrix College 50
Records: University of the Ozarks (1-0), Hendrix College (0-1)
Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023
Conway, Ark.

THE BASICS
Conway, Ark. – The Eagles used a balanced scoring attack and a strong first half to take a 62-50 season-opening win against Hendrix College Wednesday night. The Eagles built a 17-9 first quarter lead that eventually developed into a 27-15 halftime advantage. At one point, the Eagles held a 14-1 lead. Into the second half, the Eagles never relinquished the lead behind balanced offensive play. In the fourth quarter, Hendrix never really made a serious threat as the Eagles continued to build on its lead. Brittany Temple scored 13 points to lead the Eagles. Newcomer Naomi Smith pulled down a team-best 12 rebounds. The Eagles hit 42 percent from the field while Hendrix made 27 percent.

TOP EAGLES
Scoring – (13) Brittany Temple 
Rebounding – (12) Naomi Smith
Assists – (3) Naomi Smith and Isabella Leal

TURNING POINT
The Eagles raced out to a 17-9 first quarter lead and never looked back. At the end of the first half, the Eagles owned a 27-15 advantage. 

TIP-INS
Four of the Eagles' starters reached double figures in scoring. The Eagles also forced 20 turnovers. Newcomer Naomi Smith pulled down 12 rebounds.

UP NEXT
The Eagles will host Lyon College in their home-opener November 14.