Basketball is all about momentum. After tearing the Pfeiffer Falcons defense apart in an exhibition game last week, the Charlotte 49ers hit the floor for their official home opener against Wisconsin on Friday night. The Niners, led by 16 points each from Lefty Webster and Laia Raventos, came away with a 63-48 victory, and we learned some things in the process.
Defense Is King
Charlotte coach Cara Consuegra has talked at length about the need of becoming a better defensive team, and her players certainly responded. While the Niners’ 63 points were a far cry from the 94 they put up last week, they still won by double digits– largely in part because of their defense.