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By: Stephen Williams

COLUMBUS – The first of three consecutive home games, the 10^th-ranked Columbus State University women's basketball team will take on North Georgia on Wednesday night. Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m.
 
Last Time Out
 
Four Lady Cougars scored in double figures as Columbus State made it eight straight wins with an 83-65 victory at Georgia Southwestern on Monday. Alexis Carter led the way with 22 points.
 
Howard on the Matchup
 
"North Georgia is a very well-coached team. They do a great job on the offensive end, so we have to be ready to play our game and challenge them on every possession."
 
Series History
 
Wednesday will mark the 23^rd meeting between the two programs since the Nighthawks joined the Peach Belt Conference for the 2005-06 season. CSU holds a 13-9 edge over the Nighthawks.
 
Last Meeting
 
The Lady Cougars celebrated Senior Day with an 81-69 win over UNG last February in Columbus. Britteny Tatum finished with 17 points, while Gabby Williams added 10 of her own.
 
About North Georgia
 
North Georgia (16-4, 8-3 PBC) comes to Columbus on a three-game winning streak after defeating Young Harris on Monday.
 
Prior to winning three straight, UNG had lost three of its previous four contests.
 
The Nighthawks are the top-shooting team in the conference ranking first in field goal percentage, third in 3-point percentage and first at the free throw line.
 
Senior Kelsey Hutchins currently leads the Peach Belt in scoring at 18.4 points per game.
 
CSU Notes
 
Columbus State (17-1, 11-1) is searching for its ninth consecutive victory on Wednesday night.
 
Over the last four games, CSU is outscoring the opposition by nearly 29 points per game.
 
The Lady Cougars continue to shine on the defensive end, leading the PBC at 57.4 points allowed per night and topping the country in field goal defense.
 
Gabby Williams has stepped up her play over the last seven contests, averaging 11 points and six rebounds during that stretch.

Media Coverage
 
Wednesday's game will be broadcast live on NewsRadio 540 WDAK and streamed on CougarSportsTV with CSU Hall of Fame broadcaster Scott Miller on the call.