Postgame Notes: Chattanooga Claims Victory Over Furman

Greenville, S.C. – February 29, 2024

Chattanooga continued their winning streak with a 60-53 victory over Furman in an intense matchup at Timmons Arena.

Key Team Stats:

• UTC now leads the all-time series against Furman with a commanding 61-31 record.
• This win marks the Mocs’ fifth consecutive victory against Furman.
• Coach Poppie remains undefeated with a 5-0 record coaching against the Paladins.
• Chattanooga secured a season sweep over Furman, finishing with a 2-0 record.
• The Mocs are now perfect with a 10-0 record in true road games this season.

Notable Individual Performances:

• Jada Guinn: Led the team with 12 points and 7 assists, scoring double-digits in 27 out of 28 games this season.
• Raven Thompson: Secured a double-double with 11 points and 14 rebounds, marking her fourth of the season.
• Hannah Kohn: Ended with nine points, including a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line.
• Addie Grace Porter: Contributed 11 points, 3 steals, and a crucial block down the stretch for the Mocs.

Coach Poppie’s Milestones:

• Improved to a 21-6 record in Southern Conference games at UTC.
• Guided the Mocs to his second consecutive 20-win season, with a 24-4 record overall this year.
• Became the second coach in program history with back-to-back 20-win seasons in his first two years.

Looking Ahead:

Chattanooga now sets their sights on maintaining their road dominance as they continue their impressive season. The Mocs will aim to carry this momentum into future matchups and build on their success.

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