Wofford shuts down Bethune-Cookman in OT

Photo: BCU 5-9 freshman guard Demetria Frank, Miami Jackson Senior High School, dished six assists and scored 16 points.

SPARTANBURG, S.C. -- Wofford College (8-4) needed an extra five minutes, but the Terriers took advantage of the additional time to pull away for an 83-71 triumph Wednesday afternoon in non-conference women's basketball action against Bethune-Cookman inside the Benjamin Johnson Arena in Spartanburg, S.C. The contest was the first overtime tilt for both schools this season.

Natasha Ferguson led the 3-9 Wildcats and all players with 20 points and 12 caroms. She was one of two Bethune-Cookman players with a double-double, as Keturah Newkirk added 18 points and 10 boards. Demetria Frank finished with 16 points and a team-high six assists.

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