Lady Pirates Battle Tallahassee in 58-50 Setback

The Pensacola State Lady Pirates battled hard but came up short in a 58–50 loss to Tallahassee on Saturday night, showing resilience and flashes of dominance on both ends of the floor.

Cassidy Gladney led the way for PSC with a strong all-around performance, pouring in a game-high 24 points while adding three assists and two steals. Gladney consistently attacked the basket and kept the Lady Pirates within striking distance throughout the contest.

Off the bench, Kiya Newson provided an important spark on the boards, leading PSC with five rebounds. Her energy helped the Lady Pirates control stretches of play, especially in the paint, where PSC was particularly effective. Pensacola State scored 28 points in the paint, showcasing its physicality and ability to finish inside.

Defensively, the Lady Pirates were disruptive, forcing Tallahassee into 14 turnovers while committing just seven of their own. That defensive pressure translated into extra possessions and helped PSC stay competitive despite the final margin.

Paris Anderson ignited a late push in the fourth quarter, knocking down two timely three-pointers to spark a run and bring renewed momentum to the Lady Pirates. PSC continued to fight until the final buzzer, closing the gap but ultimately unable to complete the comeback.