CBC Championship: Jamaica thump Guyana

Shenneika Smith

Jamaica - Guyana 86:26

Jamaica led from start to finish en route to the opening victory at the CBC Championship. They denied Guyana in Group B. Shenneika Smith (185-F/C-89, college: St.John's) netted 16 points in the victory.
Jamaica fired 19 points in the first period to take a 13-point lead. Jamaica went on a 29:5 run in the second term to ensure a comfortable 48:12 halftime advantage. Jamaica controlled the game in the second half cruising to a comfortable victory. Jennifer George (183-F, college: Florida) had 13 points and 14 rebounds, while Loreta Gordon added 12 points in the victory. Shakeila Sampson and LaToya Rodney replied with 6 points each for Guyana.

Jamaica: Shenneika Smith 16, Jennifer George 13+14 boards, Loreta Gordon 12
Guyana: Shakeila Sampson 6, LaToya Rodney 6