Catawba Women's Basketball Ends Losing Streak

Indians beat Tusculum 65-55 in home game

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

Catawba's women's basketball team ended a five-game losing streak by beating Tusculum 65-55 on Saturday in Goodman Arena. Catawba shot only 31 percent but made eight 3-pointers, with Brooklin Ingram scoring 18 points and recording a double-double. Mary Spry added 18 points for the Indians, who had a 20-8 advantage in turnovers over the visiting Pioneers.

Why it matters

This win helps Catawba end a tough stretch and get back on track in conference play. The Indians have struggled this season but this victory could provide a much-needed boost of confidence as they look to finish the year strong.

The details

Catawba shot only 31 percent from the field but made 8 three-pointers, with Brooklin Ingram hitting 5 of them on her way to an 18-point, 11-rebound double-double. Mary Spry scored 18 points on 5-of-10 shooting and a perfect 8-for-8 performance at the free throw line. Catawba's defense forced 20 Tusculum turnovers, compared to just 8 for the Indians, allowing them to get more shot attempts.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Goodman Arena.

The players

Brooklin Ingram

A Catawba player who scored 18 points and recorded a double-double in the win.

Mary Spry

A Catawba player who scored 18 points on 5-of-10 shooting and a perfect 8-for-8 performance at the free throw line.

Tusculum

The opposing team that Catawba defeated, falling to 2-20 overall and 2-14 in conference play.

Catawba

The home team that ended a five-game losing streak with the 65-55 victory over Tusculum, improving to 8-13 overall and 6-10 in conference play.

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The takeaway

Catawba's women's basketball team was able to end its recent struggles with a much-needed conference win over Tusculum. The Indians' defense forced 20 turnovers, which helped offset their own shooting woes and allowed them to get more shot attempts. This victory could provide a boost of confidence as Catawba looks to finish the season on a high note.