LSU Women’s Basketball Secures Victory Over Tennessee with Hailey Van Lith’s Stellar Performance

The LSU women’s basketball team clinched a significant win against Tennessee, achieving a final score of 75-60 in their latest game at Thompson-Boling Arena. This victory was propelled by standout player Hailey Van Lith, who delivered a season-best performance with 26 points to lead her team to success against the Lady Vols.

Van Lith showcased her prowess on the court, scoring 26 points by making 9 out of 18 field goal attempts, including 4 three-pointers. Her impressive display extended into the fourth quarter, where she contributed 12 crucial points to secure the Tigers’ win. Additionally, she demonstrated versatility by grabbing seven rebounds and providing three assists without committing any turnovers.

Coach Kim Mulkey praised Van Lith for her resilience amidst criticism, highlighting her adaptation to a new position within the team and her flawless execution in handling point guard duties. Mulkey emphasized the significance of Van Lith’s zero turnovers in nearly 37 minutes of play, underscoring it as a pivotal statistic in the game alongside her scoring and assists contributions.

Looking ahead, LSU is gearing up for their upcoming matchup against Georgia, scheduled for Thursday at 8 p.m. CT. The game will be televised on ESPN2 and will take place at Stegman Coliseum in Athens, where the Tigers will face off against the Bulldogs. Following this game, LSU will return home to commemorate senior day with a game against Kentucky on Sunday, March 3.