Grimes reaches 1,000 points as Tech women cruise to win over Cumberlands

Grimes Reaches 1,000 Points as Tech Women Dominate Cumberlands

Reghan Grimes, a senior at Tennessee Tech, began the season by quickly joining the 1,000-point club. She scored 24 points, leading all scorers in the Golden Eagles' 92-67 win over the University of the Cumberlands at the Eblen Center.

Grimes shot 7-for-13 from the field and 10-for-11 at the free-throw line.
Chloe Larry contributed 17 points.
Tulsa transfer Cam Mathews scored a career-high 13 points, including three 3-pointers.
Reagan Hurst returned from injury to score 10 points in her first regular-season game back.

Team Performance and Challenges

The Golden Eagles shot nearly 50% overall, going 30-for-61 from the field, 10-for-22 from three-point range, and 22-for-33 at the free-throw line. However, they were called for 33 fouls, with seven players nearing disqualification due to fouls.

The foul trouble granted the Patriots 50 free-throw attempts, making 32 for 64 percent.

"Joy Kendrick, who was 12-for-15 at the stripe, led Cumberlands with 21 points despite going 4-for-15 from the field."

Summary by Thomas Corhern, TTU Athletics Media Relations

"Reagan Hurst scored 10 points in her first regular-season game back following an injury before the start of last season's campaign."

Author's summary: Reghan Grimes' standout performance sparked Tennessee Tech women's decisive victory over Cumberlands, highlighted by strong shooting and resilience despite foul challenges.

Tennessee Tech — 2025-11-05

Grimes Reaches 1,000 Points as Tech Women Dominate Cumberlands

Team Performance and Challenges

Summary by Thomas Corhern, TTU Athletics Media Relations

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