Nov. 19, 2009

GRAMBLING, La. - Freshman Kalis Loyd scored a career-high 19 points to lead the Lamar University women's basketball team to a 62-60 non-conference victory over host Grambling State on Thursday night.

Brittney Williams had a double-double, finishing with 12 points and 10 rebounds for Lamar (1-1), while Ang Green had 11 points. Trashanna Smith tied Williams for game-high rebounding honors with 10 to go along with six points.

Lamar, which fell behind 20-0 in the season opener at Minnesota, reversed fortunes against Grambling State, scoring the first nine points of the game. The Lady Cardinals, who never trailed in the contest, led by 19 points (36-17) at halftime, but Grambling State (1-1) battled back to make a game of it in the second half.

"We got a little tired in the second half, but we did what we had to do to win," Lamar coach Larry Tidwell said. "Any win on the road is a good win."

Wymeka Randle led Grambling State with 13 points.

Lamar returns to action at 2:05 p.m. Saturday when it hosts Alcorn State in the home opener at the Montagne Center. The game has been designated as Family Day, with tickets just $5 each when purchased in a quantity of three or more. Family Day tickets will also include a free hot dog and beverage.