Monarchs Overcome Slow Start to Claim Win in Season Opener

56 Winner Methodist METHU 1-0,0-0 USA South 43 Agnes Scott ASC 0-1,0-0 CCS Winner Methodist METHU 1-0,0-0 USA South 56 Final Nov. 07, 2026 43 Agnes Scott ASC 0-1,0-0 CCS Score By Periods Team 1 2 3 4 F Methodist METHU 11 19 14 12 56 Agnes Scott ASC 14 6 7 16 43 Summary Box Score Victorianna Murray Game Recap: Women's Basketball | 11/7/2026 7:22:00 PM | Michael Spratt Monarchs Overcome Slow Start to Claim Win in Season Opener ROANOKE, Va. The Methodist women's basketball team opened its 2026–27 campaign on Saturday, facing Agnes Scott College at the Empowerment Classic, hosted by Hollins University. After a slow start, the Monarchs found their offensive rhythm and built a comfortable lead before securing a 56–43 victory over the Scotties at the W. Channing Howe Playing Courts. JUST THE FACTS Final score: Methodist def. Agnes Scott, 56-43 Records: Methodist 1–0, Agnes Scott 0–1 Location: W. Channing Howe Playing Courts; Roanoke, Virginia HOW IT HAPPENED After surrendering an early three-pointer, sophomore Taylor Watford and junior Kayleen Grullon combined for Methodist's first five points, giving the Monarchs a 5–3 lead less than two minutes into the new season. Both teams struggled ...