HILLSBORO, Kan. – Saturday afternoon marked the beginning of a new season, as Coach Shawn Reed led the Lady Bluejays into their first contest against a formidable opponent in Science and Arts (Okla.). The Bluejays had plenty of veterans in their lineup as well as a strong group of newcomers to bolster the squad.
 
SCORE

• Tabor: 64 – Science and Arts (Okla.): 46

 
GAME NOTES

• With the win, the Bluejays open the season on a high note and start off with a 1-0 record
• Saturday's contest marked the 11^th meeting between the two programs, dating back to 1992
• The Drovers hold a slim 7-6 advantage in the all-time series

 
NOTABLE PERFORMANCES

• Junior transfer Gracy Shieldnight made her presence known in her first outing in a Tabor uniform, scoring 15 points and hauling in six total rebounds
• Lillie Veer followed her in finishing in double figures, with 11 points and three assists
• The Bluejays shot at a 44.3% clip from the field, compared to USAO's 35.9%
• After starting out with a 25-14 halftime score, the Bluejays kicked it into gear, more than doubling their first half point total, soaring past the Drovers

 
NEXT UP

• Tabor travels up to Hastings next Friday for a 5:00pm game.

 
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Tabor College is a Christ-centered institution located in Hillsboro, Kansas. The Bluejays are members of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and compete in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC).