The Owls outscored the Dragons 30-16 in the second half, thanks to the efforts of guard Tiarra East and forward Anissa Rivera.
The Owls outscored the Dragons, 30-16, in the second half, thanks to the efforts of guard Tiarra East and forward Anissa Rivera.
“I told them in the locker room that’s just one game,” said Temple coach Diane Richardson. “We still have more to go. Obviously, being a Big 5 champion is big in this city, and I’ve learned that. We want to represent Temple in this tournament because I think there are going to be a lot of eyes on this tournament this year.”East has long been a pivotal part of the Owls’ program.
“It was just about being confident in our shots,” East said. “Just seeing the whole play through, looking for open teammates.”
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