ORANGEBURG, SC - The Claflin Lady Panthers (2-2) had to claw their way to a 62-37 homecoming win over the Voorhees University Tigers (4-0). Though the final score didn't show it, the Lady Panthers had to put on a strong effort to pull out the win over a feisty Voorhees team.
 
Strong defense is becoming a hallmark of the Lady Panthers and it showed in today's game. The team forced 30 turnovers by the Tigers and held them to shooting just 33.3% (13-39) from the floor. Offensively, the Lady Panthers had to go against some tough defense and it showed with the team shooting just 35.6% (21-of-59) from the floor. Claflin graduate guard Janelle Sample led the way when she scored a career-high 23 points in the game. She went nine-of-17 from the floor with four three-pointers in the win. She also added two steals, a block, and five rebounds. Senior guard Nya Morris added 12 points with four three rebounds and an assist.
 
With the win, the Lady Panthers improve to 2-2 overall. The team will return action in prime time when they host the Allen (S.C.) Yellowjackets, Tuesday evening. For more information on Lady Panthers basketball, contact the Claflin University Office of Athletics Media Relations at (803) 535-5548 or log on to www.athletics.claflin.edu.