Lady Pirates Split: Dominant Win Over Elgin, Tough Loss to Pearl River

The Lady Pirates showcased their grit and talent in the Pensacola State Holiday Classic, delivering a commanding victory over Elgin before falling short in a hard-fought battle against Pearl River.

PSC 86, Elgin 47

The Lady Pirates put on a clinic against Elgin, cruising to an 86–47 win behind an explosive offensive performance and relentless defense. Four players scored in double figures, highlighting the team's balanced attack.

Tamya Hutchinson led all scorers with an impressive 28 points, while Amari Johnson added 18 points. Dayla Christopher and Brooke Jackson chipped in 11 points each, rounding out the scoring surge. Defensively, PSC was dominant, forcing 33 turnovers while committing only 11 themselves. The Pirates controlled the glass, pulling down 17 offensive rebounds, which fueled second-chance opportunities and kept the pressure on Elgin throughout the game.

PSC 46, Pearl River 54

In their second matchup, the Lady Pirates battled hard but fell to Pearl River, 54–46. PSC held a slim 25–23 halftime lead, but a cold third quarter proved costly as they managed only seven points compared to PRCC's 16.

Cassidy Gladney and Tamya Hutchinson paced the Pirates with 12 points each, while Dayla Christopher contributed six points. PSC's defense continued to shine, forcing 16 turnovers, but offensive struggles and missed opportunities on the boards—just six offensive rebounds—hampered their comeback efforts. At the free-throw line, the Pirates shot 16-of-26, a solid performance that kept them within striking distance until the final buzzer.