ALBANY, Ga. (November 15, 2019) – The Albany State University women's basketball team returns to the court on Friday, November 15th as they travel to Columbus, Georgia as they participate in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference/Peach Belt Challenge on November 15-16^th hosted by Columbus State University. Tip-off is set for 5:00 p.m. at the Frank G. Lumpkin Jr. Center against host Columbus State University. 
 
The Golden Rams enters the contest (0-2) coming off a 87-56 loss to Valdosta State University on Saturday, Nov. 9.

Alexandria James led the way for the Golden Rams with a game-high 14 points and chipped in with six rebounds.
 
Kayla Frey led the way for the Lady Blazers with her first double-double of the season.
 
Both teams traded scores early in the first quarter, before a three-pointer from Bernard sparked a 11-2 run to end the first quarter. VSU took a 19-11 lead into the second quarter.
 
The Lady Blazers dominated the second quarter as VSU outscored Albany State 20-12. VSU took a 39-23 lead into the half, thanks to Bernard's 11 first-half points.
 
VSU extended its lead to 20 points courtesy of a layup. The defense played a huge role in the third quarter, as VSU held Albany State to just 20% from the field.
 
With the game well in hand, VSU did not back off. The Lady Blazers extended their lead to 30 points early in the fourth quarter.  

 Golden Rams finished shooting 26.7% from the field. ASU forced 17 turnovers, and converted those opportunities into points, with 15 points off turnovers.

The matchup between the Golden Rams and the Cougars will streamed live by clicking HERE. Fans can also follow along with live stats .