GREENEVILLE, N.C. – Middle Tennessee used a riveting second half to turn a halftime deficit into a thrilling 68-66 win in the season opener against East Carolina in front of 6,509 here Wednesday.
The Lady Raiders (1-0) outscored East Carolina 46-36 in the second half after trailing 30-22 at halftime to secure victory.
"I was proud of the young ladies and how they battled and fought for this win," Lady Raider Head Coach Rick Insell said. "It was an outstanding effort, particularly in the second half. This young team had to grow up in a hurry today.