Salem couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They had to suffer through a 64-23 loss at the hands of the Silliman Institute Wildcats.
Kira Bridges was Salem's leading scorer, having posted 14 points.
Nykesheanna Fortenberry held things down on the boards with five rebounds.
Silliman Institute got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Katie Ryan Dawson out in front who dropped a double-double on 23 points and ten rebounds. Dawson is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Josie Dart, who dropped a triple-double on ten points, ten assists, and ten steals.
The win for Silliman Institute keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Salem will venture away from home to challenge Amite County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Silliman Institute, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Bogue Chitto at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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