Paragould, Ark. -- The Southwestern Assemblies of God University Lady Lions slipped by the Mid-America Christian University Lady Evangels 65-64 tonight (Mar. 12) at the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Central Regional Tournament at Crowley's Ridge College in Paragould, Ark. 

The Lady Lions led by six at the break and the close contest featured six ties and eight lead changes. 

Ashlee Ferguson led the Lady Evangels with 14 points, while Tierra Brown scored 13.  Shakayla Love had 11 points, while Alexia Kelley produced her 14th double-double of the season with 11 points and 11 boards. Lindsey Mann dished out a team-high five assists on the night. 

Kassy Cox led all scorers with 20 points along with a game-high 15 rebounds.  Monica Dorsey added 15 points and Laken Ward chipped in with 12.  

The Lady Evangels, under second-year head coach Marcus Moeller, tied for fifth in the Sooner Athletic Conference this season, equaling their best conference finish from last season as an NAIA school.