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The Pioneers (2-8, 2-7 GSAC) never trailed in the contest and took an overwhelming 28-7 lead into halftime. Wesleyan's defense held the Spirits to 10.3% shooting in the opening period, allowing them only three baskets.
Towards the end of the first half, play was suspended for more than an hour with strong storms in the area resulting in a roof leak on the playing surface. Once play resumed, Salem's shooting percentage improved over the remainder of the game, but Wesleyan continued to shoot the ball well and never allowed the Spirits to gain momentum.
The Pioneers shot a season best 40.7% from the floor and were once again led in scoring by junior Lindsay Haggerty. Haggerty recorded her fourth double-double of the season with 18 points and 12 rebounds, while seniors Erinn Williams and Bre Solmone chipped in 15 and 11 points, respectively.
"We are really starting to understand our offense and we've been shooting the ball a lot better lately, which is making a big difference in our play," remarked first year Wesleyan head coach Mike Walton. "We've built some confidence over these last few games, and I hope to see it carry over into the remaining games of the season as we turn the corner and continue to improve our program."
Wesleyan returns to the court on Monday evening to face off against GSAC rival Spelman College (2-10, 1-6 GSAC). Tip off is set for 6:00pm at Porter Gymnasium on the campus of Wesleyan College.
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