February 4, 2012
Lady 'Canes at Georgia College
Coach Britsky and company travel to Milledgeville to take on the Bobcats.
February 1, 2012
A Tale of Two Halves
After trailing 36-38 at halftime to North Georgia, the Lady Hurricanes poured it on in the second half to win 87-68.
January 31, 2012
Help Lady 'Canes "Play 4Kay"
Monday, February 6th versus Columbus State is GSW's "Pink Night" as the GSW Lady Hurricanes will play for breast cancer awareness.
January 28, 2012
Career Night For Branch Equals Basketball History
Terra Branch's career-high 30 points fueled the Georgia Southwestern Lady Hurricanes' first victory against Francis Marion in the NCAA Division II era.
January 25, 2012
Ice Cream and Camouflage...The Perfect Combination
Fans are encouraged to wear camouflage this Sunday to the GSW basketball games. Sundaes will be served between games.
January 25, 2012
Camouflage & Ice Cream/Leeder On a Stick
Three big home basketball games coming up over the next week. Events planned for each. Need you there. Check 'em out...
January 23, 2012
Too Fast Of Pace
Poor shooting and a lost rebound battle did in the Lady Hurricanes in 65-42 at USC Aiken against the # 11 Lady Pacers.
January 21, 2012
Lady Hurricanes Weather Augusta State's Storm
After leading the entire first half, Georgia Southwestern answered the Lady Jaguars' second half runs to win 65-59.
January 16, 2012
In a Sharing Mood
The Georgia Southwestern Lady 'Canes, powered by 23 assists, took home the 87-50 victory over Flagler Saints.
January 14, 2012
Pillaged and Plundered
The Georgia Southwestern Lady Hurricanes were unable to capture their second PBC game of the season after losing to the Armstrong Atlantic Pirates 73-80 Saturday afternoon.
January 11, 2012
Dropping Right Now : Lady 'Canes Mixtape
The Georgia Southwestern 2011-12 Women's Basketball Mix Tape of the early part of the season is now out.
January 10, 2012
Best seats. Best eats. Back for more!
One lucky GSW student & three of his/her friends will watch the 'Canes from the best seat in the house, a sofa on the Storm Dome floor. 2Duke's BBQ provides the feast and the Hurricanes provide the excitement on the basketball court.
January 7, 2012
Lady 'Canes Turnover Road Opportunity
The Blue & Gold were looking to string together back-to-back wins to open 2012, but the Lander Lady Bearcats had other ideas in their 82-64 victory over Georgia Southwestern on Saturday afternoon.
January 4, 2012
Shaking Off the Rust
The Lady 'Canes 90-79 victory on Wednesday came three weeks to the day of their last game, and it showed during stretches of the game.
January 3, 2012
GSW Receives Votes in Division II Top 25 Coaches' Poll
What a tremendous story. A program that was 1-26 just four years ago, now recognized as one of the top programs in the country.
December 14, 2011
Turning in Their Uniform for a Cap and Gown
Eighteen former Hurricanes were presented with diplomas on Saturday at commencement in the Storm Dome.
December 14, 2011
Hurricane Haymaker Falls Short
The Georgia Southwestern Hurricanes put a scare into the # 5 Clayton State Lady Lakers before losing 66-62
December 13, 2011
Never Miss a Moment
The GSW Athletics Department has partnered with ScoreTrax to provide Hurricane fans with the opportunity to receive mobile alerts.
December 5, 2011
First of a Kind
The Peach Belt Conference has named junior forward Adrian Randall Player of the Week. She is the first P.O.W in GSW Women's Basketball history.
December 3, 2011
Take No Prisoners
The GSW Lady 'Canes opened PBC play with a dominating victory over the Lady Falcons of Montevallo 101-57.
December 2, 2011
Hurricane Confidential: Car Bash & Americus Christmas Parade
A busy night for Surge with the car bash, pep rally and downtown parade. That's spreading some holiday cheer.
November 30, 2011
The Definition of a Blowout
The Lady 'Canes didn't just win big on Wednesday night against Truett-McConnell College, they won huge 95-41 in the Storm Dome.
November 28, 2011
Smash the Falcons
Join us for Chi Phi's Car Bash and Pep Rally for GSW Basketball. The teams, along with the GSW cheerleaders and Surge will be there from 5-5:30 p.m.
November 27, 2011
All Good Things Must Come to an End
The Lady 'Canes' 61-66 loss against Fort Valley State on Sunday ends their program-best six game winning streak to open a season.
November 26, 2011
Red, Hot and Rolling...
The Lady 'Canes improved on their program-best start to a season improving their record to 6-0 thanks to a 78-69 victory over Albany State in Columbus, Ga.
November 22, 2011
Balancing Act
It was an equal opportunity scoring night for the GSW Lady 'Canes with five double-digit scorers in their 94-48 victory over Tennessee Temple Tuesday night.
November 20, 2011
Argo-NOTs
The GSW Lady 'Canes dispatched the Lady Argonauts of West Florida 75-65 in Pensacola Saturday evening.
November 18, 2011
Lowndes County Standout Signs Early with GSW
Georgia Southwestern head women's basketball coach Kelly Britsky is proud to announce the signing of Lakeisha “Danyelle” Jones of Lowndes County (Ga.) High School during this year’s early signing period.
November 18, 2011
Eye of the Tiger
The Lady 'Canes captured a victory in their first game of West Florida Tournament 70-66 over the West Alabama Lady Tigers.
November 15, 2011
Blazing Their Own Trail
The Lady 'Canes avenged a six-point loss to Valdosta State last season with a seven-point win versus the Lady Blazers on Tuesday night.
November 12, 2011
Off On the Right Foot
The GSW Lady 'Canes took care of business in their season opener dispatching the visiting Warhawks of Auburn-Montgomery 81-49. Newcomers Jessica Jones and Adrian Randall helped a balance GSW attack take home the victory.
November 10, 2011
Lady Hurricanes face challenge of being young
The Americus Times-Recorder's Chris Whitaker previews the 2011-12 GSW women's basketball season.
November 9, 2011
We'll see you then
The Georgia Southwestern Athletics Department has something special planned for Hurricane fans online this Friday (11/11/11) at 11:11 a.m. Make sure to visit www.gswcanes.com at that time to be part of the event.
November 1, 2011
GSW releases 2011-12 Women's Basketball Media Guide
Extra, extra, read all about it! Get geared up for another year of Lady 'Canes hoops by taking a peek at this season's media guide.
October 31, 2011
Are you ready for some... BASKETBALL?
The Peach Belt Conference announced in August its partnership with Ustream to stream all athletic events for free. Beginning with tonight's GSW Basketball exhibition opener, fans of the Hurricanes can watch their team online FOR FREE. Learn more about it inside.
October 28, 2011
Lady 'Canes picked Ninth in PBC Preseason Coaches Poll
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team has been picked to finish ninth in the conference in the preseason coaches poll for the second consecutive year.
September 23, 2011
Together we can wreak havoc on the opposition
Whether you're the 12th man in soccer, 6th man in basketball, or any similar cliche, the point is the same: we need you to make a difference at home Hurricane sporting events. Duke has the Cameron Crazies. Wisconsin has the Grateful Red. GSW has the Eye Wall. Sign up for the 2011-12 Eye Wall is now open. Join today!
September 19, 2011
I scream, you scream...
The Georgia Southwestern Athletics Department and the Americus-Sumter County Chamber of Commerce are teaming up this school year to present "Sundaes on Sunday." When GSW soccer, basketball, baseball or softball teams are at home on a Sunday, ice cream sundaes will be served at the game!
September 8, 2011
Lady 'Canes basketball welcomes new faces
The GSW women's basketball program has added a handful of fresh faces to its roster for the 2011-12 season. Get to know the newest members of the Blue & Gold inside.
September 6, 2011
If the 'Canes win, fans win
Every time GSW wins a soccer, basketball, baseball or softball game at home this school year, Hurricane players will throw victory balls into the stands. Stay late, enjoy the celebration and take home a souvenir.
June 28, 2011
Women's basketball releases 2011-12 schedule
Georgia Southwestern State University head women’s basketball coach Kelly Britsky has released the program’s 2011-12 schedule that features 13 games at home, 10 on the road and three contests at neutral sites. GSW is coming off of a 12-14 campaign and the Lady Hurricanes face a challenging schedule this winter as their opponents combined to finish 112 games over .500 (418-306) last season.
April 12, 2011
Annual athletics banquet scheduled
The 2010-11 GSW Athletics Banquet has been scheduled for Friday, Apr. 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the Storm Dome. The event is open to parents/family/guests at the cost of $15 per person. Please RSVP by Apr. 25 (either by phone or online). Click the story heading for more information.
April 6, 2011
For their work as STUDENTS and athletes...
The Georgia Southwestern Department of Athletics joined many other colleges and universities around the nation Wednesday in celebrating the 24th annual "National STUDENT-Athlete Day."
March 25, 2011
Bivins and Pineda receive PBC All-Academic honors
Georgia Southwestern State University junior guard Jessica Bivins and senior guard Jonneshia Pineda have been named 2011 Peach Belt Conference All-Academic for women's basketball.
March 4, 2011
Roll Call - Episode 3
The ladies of the Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team take you to this year's Special Olympics held on the campus of Georgia Southwestern State University. The team volunteered their time to help support the Special Olympics for schools in the community. Stay tuned for the final Roll Call - Episode 4 coming soon...
February 26, 2011
Lady 'Canes season ends with loss to No. 1 Clayton State
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team played top-ranked Clayton State tough, leading midway through the first half, but a 16-2 run in the second 20 minutes put the game out of reach and the Lakers defeated GSW, 77-50, on Saturday evening in the Storm Dome. Full story coming Sunday.
February 25, 2011
2011 SIFE's Campbell's Cans for Hunger Drive
SIFE is sponsoring the Campbell's Cans for Hunger drive here on the campus of Georgia Southwestern. This box will be at the gate of all remaining home GSW athletic events. Please help support SIFE by bringing your can goods to your next Hurricane's home event and help fight hunger.
February 23, 2011
GSW's rally from 18 down falls short
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team rallied from 18 points down to pull within a point of Columbus State in the second half Wednesday evening at the Storm Dome, only to fall 80-73 to the Lady Cougars. Jessica Bivins led GSW with 13 points as the Lady 'Canes are now 12-13 overall and 6-10 in the PBC.
February 19, 2011
Lady Hurricanes lose by four at North Georgia
A career-high 21 points from Nadirah Gardner was not enough for the Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team on Saturday afternoon in Dahlonega as North Georgia completed a season sweep of the Lady Hurricanes with a 78-74 victory.
February 16, 2011
GSW denied fourth-straight win
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team led by two at the half, but could not overcome a Georgia College lead in the final two minutes of the game and lost, 67-59, at the Storm Dome on Wednesday evening.
February 14, 2011
"Pack the House in Pink" on Wednesday
Wednesday (2/16) is "Pack the House in Pink Night" at the Storm Dome for the GSW basketball games against Georgia College as part of the Women's Basketball Coaches Association's Pink Zone initiative to raise breast cancer awareness in women's basketball, on campuses and in communities.
February 12, 2011
GSW capitalizes on turnovers for win at Flagler
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team defeated Flagler College, 69-56, in St. Augustine, Fla., on Saturday afternoon for its third-consecutive victory. GSW scored 26 points off Flagler turnovers, while the Saints were held to 11 points off GSW miscues.
February 10, 2011
Strong "D" leads GSW to second-straight win
Georgia Southwestern State University held the Armstrong Atlantic State University women's basketball team to just five field goals in the second half, pulling away for a 71-47 Peach Belt Conference victory on Thursday evening in Savannah.
February 5, 2011
Lady 'Canes give gritty performance on Homecoming
Cierra Duhart posted her sixth double-double of the season to lead the Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team to a 48-44 win over Montevallo in the Storm Dome on Saturday evening. Despite shooting 24 percent from the floor, GSW gave a determined effort and found a way to return to the .500 mark with an overall record of 10-10.
February 2, 2011
Lady 'Canes upended by No. 2 Clayton State
The 2nd-ranked Clayton State women's basketball team opened with 13 unanswered points against Georgia Southwestern on Wednesday evening at the Athletics and Fitness Center and cruised to an 83-60 victory.
January 29, 2011
Lady 'Canes fall to top team in D-II
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team played the top-ranked team in NCAA Division II - Lander University - tough, but ultimately fell to the Lady Bearcats, 80-68, Saturday afternoon at Finis Horne Arena. Lander (21-0, 11-0 Peach Belt) extended its longest winning streak in school history to 21 games. The Lady Hurricanes fell to 9-9, 3-6.
January 27, 2011
GSW women end 2-game slide
Led by a game-high 15 points from Jessica Bivins and Cierra Duhart's fifth double-double of the season, the Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team ended a two-game skid and defeated Augusta State, 74-53, in Christenberry Fieldhouse on Thursday evening.
January 22, 2011
Lady 'Canes slip to .500
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team struggled at Columbus State on Saturday afternoon, losing 70-54. As a result, it's the first time this season the Lady Hurricanes have not held an overall winning record.
January 19, 2011
Lady 'Canes struggle down the stretch
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team was outscored 16-4 by North Georgia over the final four minutes of Wednesday evening's game in the Storm Dome, leading to a 74-60 defeat at the hands of the Lady Saints.
January 16, 2011
Lady 'Canes win OT battle with UNCP, 71-68
Jessica Bivins scored a season-high 22 points to rally the Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team from a 14-point deficit to a 71-68 overtime victory over UNC Pembroke on Sunday afternoon at the Storm Dome.
January 15, 2011
Last-second shot sinks Lady 'Canes
Monica Mann's one-handed floater in the lane with four seconds remaining gave the Francis Marion women's basketball team a 71-70 victory over Georgia Southwestern on Saturday afternoon in the Storm Dome.
January 12, 2011
Lady 'Canes tame Bobcats, 46-37
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team held Georgia College to 13 first half points and led wire-to-wire en route to their first Peach Belt Conference win this season, a 46-37 decision Wednesday evening in Milledgeville.
January 8, 2011
Rough first half dooms Lady 'Canes
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team managed only four field goals in the opening 20 minutes at Montevallo on Saturday evening, shooting 14 percent from the floor, and could not mount a second half comeback, losing to the Falcons, 75-41, in Peach Belt Conference action.
January 3, 2011
GSW drops conference opener, 70-61
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team dropped its conference opener, 70-61, on Monday evening to No. 25 USC Aiken at the Storm Dome.
December 16, 2010
Lady Hurricanes complete season sweep of Young Harris
Cierra Duhart posted her second double-double of the season with 15 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team past Young Harris on Thursday afternoon, 72-55. The Lady Hurricanes shot a sizzling 59.3 percent from the floor in the first half and finished the contest at 53.2.
December 15, 2010
Women win at Truett-McConnell, 82-59
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team picked up its fifth win of the season on Wednesday evening, rolling past Truett-McConnell, 82-59, in Cleveland, Ga.
December 14, 2010
Hurricanes among elite in Division II national statistics
The inaugural NCAA Division II men's and women's basketball statistical reports came out on Monday and the Georgia Southwestern men's and women's basketball teams were recognized among the nation's best.
December 4, 2010
GSW scoring drought opens door for Valdosta State
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team dropped a 57-51 decision to Valdosta State on Saturday afternoon at the HPE Complex. The Lady Hurricanes led by a point at the break, 30-29, before going nearly nine minutes in the second half without a basket. GSW missed eight consecutive shots during the drought and VSU eventually opened a 10-point advantage late in the game.
December 1, 2010
Balanced scoring attack leads GSW to another victory
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team improved its record to 4-1 after a 70-57 win over West Florida on Wednesday evening in the Storm Dome. GSW had five players score in double digits, led by a game-high 14 points from Jessica Bivins.
November 27, 2010
GSW women suffer first loss
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team suffered its first loss of the season, a 80-50 decision to unbeaten Rollins College, on Saturday afternoon in the third game of the Rollins Thanksgiving Classic.
November 27, 2010
Inside GSW women's hoops with Coach Britsky
We caught up with head women's basketball coach Kelly Britsky before the undefeated Lady Hurricanes hit the road for the Rollins College Thanksgiving Classic.
November 26, 2010
GSW women remain perfect, defeat Florida Tech 65-56
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team improved to 3-0 after a 65-56 win over previously unbeaten Florida Tech on Friday afternoon in the second game of the Rollins College Thanksgiving Classic. GSW had four players score in double digits, led by a game-high 16 points from Jessica Bivins.
November 20, 2010
GSW wins by 25, remains undefeated
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team defeated Young Harris, 75-50, on Saturday afternoon in the Storm Dome. The Lady Hurricanes shot a blistering 50 percent from floor for the game and an even more impressive 60 percent from beyond the arc.
November 16, 2010
Lady Hurricanes win opener, 74-66
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team opened the 2010-11 campaign with a 74-66 win at Albany State on Tuesday evening. GSW had five players score in double-digits, led by a game-high 17 points from Kanita Holloway.
November 10, 2010
Roll Call - Episode 2 now available
Go behind the scenes with the Lady Hurricanes basketball team in 2010-11. In Episode 2 of the popular series entitled "Roll Call" (Episode 1 has the highest number of views of any video on the GSWAthletics channel), senior Jonneshia Pineda introduces you to head athletic trainer Jay Johnson. Then, join senior Kanita Holloway and the team on a road trip to Jacksonville, Ala. prior to their exhibition matchup with Division I Jacksonville State.
November 7, 2010
GSW upsets D-I Jacksonville State in exhibition
The Georgia Southwestern women’s basketball team used a 10-0 run over the final 3:14 to upset NCAA Division I Jacksonville State, 62-55, at Pete Matthews Coliseum on Sunday afternoon in exhibition action.
November 1, 2010
Women's basketball launches video series
Go behind the scenes with the Lady Hurricanes basketball team in 2010-11. In Episode 1 of the series entitled "Roll Call", senior Jonneshia Pineda introduces you to the ladies on the roster and takes you to Midnight Madness (October 14), an event celebrating the start of basketball season.
October 27, 2010
Lady Hurricanes picked ninth in preseason poll
The Peach Belt Conference preseason coaches poll was released Tuesday afternoon with Georgia Southwestern picked to come in ninth overall, ahead of Montevallo, Armstrong Atlantic, Augusta State and Flagler. The Lady Hurricanes received two votes for sixth place.
October 20, 2010
Hurricane fan shop launched
The Georgia Southwestern Athletics Department has launched an online retail store through a partnership with SKOR Sports. A wide range of apparel and merchandise options are available. Categories range from pet supplies and auto accessories to polos and jackets. On most items, customers have the option of sport-specific imprints or embroidery (when applicable).
October 6, 2010
Want to sing the national anthem or perform at halftime?
Georgia Southwestern Athletics invites individuals and groups of all ages to perform the national anthem at home athletic events throughout the 2010-11 school year, or showcase their talents at halftime of a men's or women's basketball game.
September 27, 2010
Surge enjoys Peanut Festival in Plains
Surge and members of the Georgia Southwestern men's and women's basketball teams took part in the Peanut Festival in Plains on Saturday afternoon. Children enjoyed shooting hoops with the Hurricane student-athletes, and the new GSW prize wheel was a huge hit.
September 20, 2010
Be a part of Hall of Fame weekend
Make sure you are in Americus, Oct. 1-2, for Georgia Southwestern Hurricane Hall of Fame weekend. Friday evening, starting at 6 p.m., things get kicked off with the induction banquet in the Storm Dome. The next morning we hit Griffin Bell Golf Links for the annual Hurricane Hall of Fame golf tournament. Click the story heading for more details.
August 31, 2010
Britsky signs eight for 2010-11
Georgia Southwestern head women's basketball coach Kelly Britsky announced the Lady Hurricanes eight-member signing class for the 2010-11 academic year on Tuesday.
August 24, 2010
Elkins and Pinones-Haltenhoff awarded Deriso Scholarhsips
A pair of Hurricane student-athletes, Sylvia Elkins and Victor Pinones-Haltenhoff, were recently awarded James Deriso Scholarships by the GSW School of Business. Both recipients were recommended for the prestigious honor by business department faculty.
June 18, 2010
62 Hurricane student-athletes named to PBC Presidential Honor Roll
The Peach Belt Conference has announced that 1,079 student-athletes have been named to the Presidential Honor Roll from the league office in Augusta. A total of 62 GSW student-athletes earned the honor in 2009-10, a nine percent increase from last year's total.
May 13, 2010
GSW student-athletes honored at annual banquet
The Georgia Southwestern Department of Athletics recently honored its student-athletes at the annual end of the year athletic banquet in the Storm Dome.
April 6, 2010
Burris and Reynolds named to PBC All-Academic Team
Georgia Southwestern State University senior forward Brandi Burris and senior guard Brittany Reynolds have been named to the 2010 Peach Belt Conference All-Academic Team for women's basketball.
March 3, 2010
GSW falls a point shy of the PBC Final Four, loses to No. 1 seed in OT
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team had the top seed in the Peach Belt Conference West Division on the ropes in the second half Tuesday night, but was unable to deliver the knockout blow and the hosts from Georgia College rallied to defeat the Lady 'Canes 60-59 in overtime of the quarterfinals of the PBC Tournament at the Centennial Center.
February 27, 2010
Lady 'Canes qualify for postseason
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team clinched the fourth seed in the PBC West Division on Saturday and will face the division's top seed, Georgia College on Tuesday evening (3/2) at 7 p.m. in Milledgeville. The spot in the PBC Tourney is GSW's first since joining the NCAA in 2006. It's a remarkable turnaround for a program that was 1-26 only two seasons ago.
February 24, 2010
Lady 'Canes lose 65-62 at CSU, still in control of postseason fate
In a game that was close throughout - no team led by more than eight points - the Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team was unable to punch their ticket to the postseason and must wait until the regular season finale on Saturday as Columbus State defeated the Lady 'Canes 65-62 Wednesday night at the Lumpkin Center.
February 18, 2010
Local law enforcement officers and firefighters to meet on the hardwood
The inaugural Guns N' Hoses Charity Basketball Game will take place this Saturday (2/20) during halftime of the GSW women's matchup with North Georgia that tips at 2:30 p.m. Kids...be sure to arrive a little early (2 p.m.) to color with Surge. Coloring sheets featuring Surge with an officer and a firefighter will be available.
February 17, 2010
Reynolds scores final five FGs; GSW stuns Georgia College
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team delivered back-to-back Peach Belt Conference victories with a 73-61 win over Georgia College at the Storm Dome on Wednesday evening. The Lady 'Canes watched their 22-point second half lead shaved to six with 1:12 to play, but held on. GSW made five field goals in the final 6:34. Brittany Reynolds hit them all, going 5-for-5 over that span.
February 16, 2010
"Pack the House in Pink" on Wednesday
Tomorrow (2/17) is "Pack the House in Pink" at the Storm Dome for the GSW basketball games against Georgia College as part of the Women's Basketball Coaches Association's Pink Zone initiative to raise breast cancer awareness in women's basketball, on campuses and in communities.
February 13, 2010
Lady Canes roll past Flagler, 74-45
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team delivered a 74-45 homecoming victory over Flagler College at the Storm Dome on Saturday evening. The 29-point margin of victory is the Lady Hurricanes largest in conference play since joining the NCAA four years ago.
February 11, 2010
Another heartbreaker for the Lady Canes
The Georgia Southwestern womens basketball team dropped a 55-53 decision to Armstrong Atlantic State at the Storm Dome on Thursday evening, marking their second loss in a week by a two-point margin.
February 6, 2010
Hurricanes go 0-2 at Montevallo
The Falcons won a pair of games against GSW on Saturday afternoon in Montevallo, Ala. The Lady Hurricanes fell 70-53 and the men went down to the wire for the third straight game, but lost 62-58.
February 4, 2010
Game with No. 15 Clayton State comes down to last shot
A last-second shot by GSW rolled out as the Lady Hurricanes comeback fell two points short in a 56-54 loss to No. 15 Clayton State on Wednesday evening in the Storm Dome.
January 30, 2010
Lander leaves town with a pair of wins
GSW went 0-for-2 on the hardwood Saturday afternoon at the Storm Dome as the women fell to the No. 11-ranked Lady Bearcats, 84-70, and the men dropped a heartbreaker in overtime to LU, 60-58.
January 28, 2010
En fuego; Bivins scores 30 in win
Jessica Bivins came off the bench Thursday evening and connected on 12-of-19 shots, including 6-of-12 from three-point range to score 30 points and lead GSW to a 77-69 win over Augusta State in the Storm Dome. It'd been almost four years since a Lady 'Cane had scored 30 or more points (2/9/06).
January 23, 2010
Lady 'Canes drop tight contest with Columbus St., 64-57
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team fell back under .500 with a 64-57 loss to Columbus State in the Storm Dome on Saturday evening.
January 20, 2010
Lady 'Canes tie school record with win at North Georgia, 60-58
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team matched last year's win total (a school-high) in Peach Belt Conference play with a 60-58 victory Wednesday evening at North Georgia. The good news for Hurricane fans, the ladies still have 11 PBC games remaining to break the record.
January 18, 2010
Brrrrrrr!
The Hurricane Club is presenting their inaugural "Polar Dunk Fest" this Saturday (Jan. 23) in front of the main entrance to the Storm Dome from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Why wait until summer? We're pulling out the dunk tank in the middle of January! It's two throws for $5 with all proceeds going to the Hurricane Club - the athletics booster club. GSW athletics director Jaclyn Kaylor headlines a list of dunkees.
January 17, 2010
Hot-shooting UNCP downs Lady 'Canes
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team fell back under .500 with a 76-70 loss at UNC Pembroke on Sunday afternoon. UNCP shot 58.7 percent from the floor (27-for-46) while GSW finished at 36.5 percent (27-for-74), including 26.9 percent from beyond the arc (7-for-26).
January 16, 2010
Turnovers costly in loss at No. 18 Francis Marion
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team dropped their second consecutive conference game in a 87-74 loss at No. 18 Francis Marion University on Saturday afternoon.
January 14, 2010
GSW loses two at Georgia College
The Bobcats won a pair of games against GSW on Wednesday night in Milledgeville. The Lady Hurricanes fell 66-48 and the men were defeated 80-42 in the late game.
January 9, 2010
Britsky gets 100th win; Lady Canes top Montevallo, 60-52
Georgia Southwestern head women's basketball coach Kelly Britsky earned her 100th career NCAA coaching victory as the Lady Hurricanes improved to 2-0 in the Peach Belt Conference with a 60-52 win over Montevallo at the Storm Dome on Saturday afternoon.
January 5, 2010
Calling all scouts
Saturday, January 23rd is Scout Night at the Storm Dome. Bring your family and your troop for a fun (and free) evening of activities and exciting NCAA basketball as the Hurricanes and Lady Hurricanes clash with Columbus State in a Peach Belt Conference doubleheader. Click on the story heading for a link to the event flyer.
January 5, 2010
Lady Canes open PBC play with road win
The GSW women's basketball team kicked off the conference portion of their schedule with a big road win at USC Aiken on Monday evening, 62-57.
December 18, 2009
Nothing like a good story
Members of Georgia Southwestern's men's and women's basketball teams, along with Surge, visited students in the Webster County School System on Monday.
December 15, 2009
Hot-shooting Brenau completes season sweep
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team rallied from an 18-point deficit to take a lead in the second half, but could not hold on down the stretch as Brenau defeated the Lady Hurricanes 75-64 at the Storm Dome on Tuesday afternoon.
December 13, 2009
Perfect at home
The Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team improved
to 4-0 at home this season with a 65-58 win over Saint Leo at the Storm Dome on Sunday afternoon.
December 5, 2009
Back at .500 after loss to North Alabama
A career-high 24 points from Brittany Reynolds was not enough for the Georgia Southwestern women's basketball team Saturday afternoon in Florence, Ala., as North Alabama defeated the Lady Hurricanes, 77-59.
December 4, 2009
Women win at Martin Methodist, 67-66
Jessica Bivins hit a 3-point basket with 1:21 to play to give the Lady Hurricanes a five-point lead; and GSW held on for a 67-66 road win Friday evening against Martin Methodist College.
December 3, 2009
Best seats. Best eats.
Mrs. Mac's Fillin' Station and GSW Athletics are pleased to introduce the Corner Cafe. On Saturday afternoon (12/5) AND at every home basketball game in the second semester, one lucky GSW student and three friends will watch the action from the best seat in the house, a sofa on the arena floor. Mrs. Mac's Fillin' Station provides the food, the Athletics Department provides the soft drinks and the Hurricanes provide the excitement on the basketball floor.
November 29, 2009
Lady Hurricanes rally to defeat Valdosta State, 59-55
The GSW women's basketball team rallied from a 12-point second half deficit to pull out a 59-55 win over Valdosta State on Sunday afternoon in the Storm Dorm.
November 29, 2009
Coach Britsky postgame interview available
The GSW women's basketball team defeated Valdosta State, 59-55, Sunday afternoon. It was the first win over VSU since 1997. Click on the story heading for a link to Coach Britsky's postgame interview.
November 24, 2009
Lady 'Canes win big against Truett-McConnell, 99-60
Brittany Reynolds scored 12 points and grabbed 10 rebounds while making three steals and dishing out six assists as GSW had no problems cruising past Truett-McConnell 99-60 on Tuesday night at the Storm Dome.
November 23, 2009
Burris, Reynolds receive tourney honors
Georgia Southwestern womens basketball players Brandi Burris and Brittany Reynolds were named to the All-Sleep Inn Classic team on Monday afternoon.
November 21, 2009
Lady 'Canes drop second straight
Career nights from seniors Brandi Burris and Brittany Reynolds were not enough as Georgia Southwestern dropped its second game in as many nights, 81-72 to Florida Southern College on Saturday at the Sleep Inn Classic at Saint Leo.
November 20, 2009
Holloway scores 27; Lady Canes lose thriller by two
The Saint Leo womens basketball team defeated Georgia Southwestern, 77-75, on the opening night of the Sleep Inn Classic, Friday evening from the Marion Bowman Activities Center.
November 16, 2009
Lady Hurricanes cruise in opener
Georgia Southwestern had runs of 9-1 and 14-2 to start each half as the Lady Hurricanes dominated Albany State in a 70-59 win to open the new season on Monday evening in the Storm Dome.
November 15, 2009
Expectations high around Lady Hurricanes
Kelly Britsky is excited about the 2009-10 basketball season.
The third-year women's basketball coach at Georgia Southwestern said this year's recruiting class is a big reason for her optimism as the Lady Hurricanes push to make their first trip to the conference tournament this season.
November 12, 2009
Season preview interviews available
Coach Leeder and Coach Britsky break down their 2009-10 rosters along with their upcoming seasons.
November 11, 2009
Meet your Lady Hurricanes
An online video introducing this year's women's basketball team is now available. Click on the story heading for more information.
November 10, 2009
Georgia State pulls away from GSW in final tune-up
A strong second half propelled Georgia State to 68-49 exhibition game victory over GSW Tuesday evening at the Georgia State Sports Arena. Brittany Reynolds and Terra Branch scored 10 points apiece to lead the Lady Hurricanes.
November 4, 2009
Women's hoops picked 10th in PBC poll
The Peach Belt Conference preseason coaches poll was released recently with GSW picked to come in 10th overall, ahead of Montevallo, Augusta State and Flagler. The Lady Hurricanes received one vote for fourth place.
September 29, 2009
Turman joins Britsky's staff
GSW head women's basketball coach Kelly Britsky has announced the addition of Kelly Turman as the new assistant coach of the Lady Hurricanes.
July 20, 2009
Seven new faces join Lady 'Canes in 2009-10
Georgia Southwestern State University head womens basketball coach Kelly Britsky has announced the signing of seven incoming players for the 2009-10 basketball season.
April 9, 2009
Sharp and Reynolds named to PBC All-Academic Team
Georgia Southwestern State University senior post player Jamilah Sharp and junior guard Brittany Reynolds have both been named to the Peach Belt Conference All-Academic Team for womens basketball.
March 20, 2009
Check out the updated photo gallery
Includes pictures from President Carter's visit, softball, baseball, Pack the House in Pink and "A Night for Willy and Madeline."
February 21, 2009
Last second shot sinks Lady 'Canes at UNC Pembroke
Ashley Morales' 3-pointer with nine seconds left lifted UNC Pembroke past Georgia Southwestern, 68-66 in Peach Belt Conference action on Saturday afternoon.
February 19, 2009
Bobcats bounce 'Canes
Georgia College won a pair of games against GSW on Wednesday evening in Millegeville. The Lady Hurricanes fell 51-44 and the men were defeated 63-46 in the late game.
February 16, 2009
GSW hoops drop a pair at North Georgia
North Georgia won a pair of games against GSW on Monday evening in Dahlonega. The Lady Hurricanes fell 70-57 and the men were defeated 90-82 in the late game.
February 14, 2009
Reynolds scores 21 in impressive road win
Junior guard Brittany Reynolds scored a game-high 21 points to lead Georgia Southwestern to a 69-55 upset of USC Aiken on Saturday afternoon at the Convocation Center in Aiken, S.C.
February 11, 2009
No. 24 Clayton State defeats Lady 'Canes, 81-65
GSW was outscored 41-25 over the final 15 minutes against No. 24-ranked Clayton State and fell 81-65 on "Pack the House in Pink" night at the Storm Dome, Wednesday, as part of the Women's Basketball Coaches Association initiative to increase breast cancer awareness.
February 9, 2009
"Pack the House in Pink" on Wednesday
The Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority presents "Pack the House in Pink" on February 11th in the Storm Dome, as the GSW basketball teams take on Clayton State.
February 8, 2009
Canes drop two at Francis Marion
Francis Marion defended their home turf and won a pair of games against GSW on Saturday evening in Florence, S.C. The Lady Hurricanes fell 112-68 to the No. 17-ranked team in Division 2, and the men were defeated 73-52 in the late game.
February 4, 2009
Arrrrr...
The visiting Pirates from Armstrong Atlantic won a pair of games against GSW on Wednesday evening in the Storm Dome. The Lady Hurricanes fell 76-61 and the men were defeated by the No. 15-ranked team in Division 2, 61-52 in the late game.
February 3, 2009
GSW to retire No. 42 jersey of Willy Mathis on Wednesday
Wednesday is A Night for Willy and Madeline at the Storm Dome as GSW will retire the first basketball number in school history.
January 31, 2009
Lander women pull away from GSW
The Georgia Southwestern womens basketball team was unable to keep up with Lander University on Saturday afternoon at the Storm Dome and fell 87-70 in Peach Belt Conference action.
January 30, 2009
Help make Saturday a "Blue-out"
The Athletics Department is asking that all fans wear blue to show their support for the 'Canes at Saturday's basketball doubleheader against Lander. The women play at 2 p.m. with the men's game to follow at approximately 4 p.m.
January 29, 2009
Peach Belt Conference, Penn Atlantic to begin free internet broadcasting
The Peach Belt Conference and its internet broadcasting partner Penn Atlantic have announced that beginning with games played on Monday, Feb. 2., all PBC games will be available for free. Prior to this, games had been available on a pay-per-view basis but continued expansion at Penn Atlantic will allow all games to be viewed for free with revenues generated from advertising.
January 28, 2009
Sweet victory!
By Chris Whitaker, The Americus Times-Recorder -- Its over.
Brittany Reynolds was one of four players who were on the court when Georgia Southwestern won its last conference game a 76-75 overtime win at Augusta State on Feb. 24, 2007. The streak of 30-consecutive conference losses came to an end on Wednesday when Reynolds scored 18 points to lead Georgia Southwestern past North Georgia, 76-64.
January 24, 2009
Tough day for the Hurricanes in Augusta
Augusta State won a pair of games against GSW on Saturday afternoon at Christenberry Fieldhouse. The Lady Hurricanes fell 82-55 and the men were defeated by the No. 4-ranked team in Division 2, 84-66 in the late game.
January 21, 2009
Lady Canes comeback bid falls short
Despite shooting 27 percent from the floor in the first half, Georgia Southwestern was able to keep Georgia College & State University within their sights on Wednesday evening at the Storm Dome only to eventually fall 62-58.
January 17, 2009
Shooters for both GSW teams ice cold against UNC Pembroke
The Braves stole a pair of games against GSW on Saturday afternoon at the Storm Dome. The Lady Hurricanes fell 53-46 and the men were defeated 74-67 in the late game.
January 16, 2009
Introducing the "Eye Wall"
Starting at tomorrow's basketball doubleheader, there will be a new seating - or standing - section in the Storm Dome. Introducing the Eye Wall.
January 15, 2009
No. 17 Clayton State women top GSW, 90-60
The No. 17-ranked Clayton State women's basketball squad rolled to a 90-60 Peach Belt Conference victory over visiting Georgia Southwestern on Wednesday evening at the Clayton State Athletics & Fitness Center.
January 10, 2009
Lady Hurricanes upset of #20 USC Aiken falls three points short
The Georgia Southwestern womens basketball team gave No. 20 USC Aiken all they could handle Saturday afternoon at the Storm Dome, but the Pacers came away with the 71-68 Peach Belt Conference victory.
January 8, 2009
Two local elementary students share coloring contest award
Sarah Dye, a fifth grader and Myleah Mitchell, a fourth grader from Sumter County Elementary School were the girls selected as winners of the inaugural Hurricane Reading Club coloring contest. Members of both the GSW men's and women's basketball teams presented the girls with their awards today.
January 7, 2009
Armstrong Atlantic takes two from GSW
The Pirates won a pair of games against GSW on Wednesday night in Savannah. The Lady Hurricanes fell 78-60 and the men were defeated 85-68 in the late game.
January 5, 2009
'Canes swept at Columbus State
The Cougars took a pair of games from GSW on Monday night in Columbus. The Lady Hurricanes fell 60-47 and the men were defeated 74-67 in the late game.
January 3, 2009
Strong first half not enough
Facing their first halftime deficit of the season, undefeated Francis Marion responded by shooting 64 percent in the final stanza to rally and claim a 93-79 road win over GSW on Saturday afternoon at the Storm Dome in Peach Belt Conference womens basketball action.
December 30, 2008
Lady Canes drop non-conference finale
The Valdosta State women's basketball team defeated Georgia Southwestern, 68-51 in the Lady Hurricanes final non-conference game of the 2008-09 season on Tuesday evening at the VSU P.E. Complex.
December 15, 2008
GSW women fall in Peach Belt opener
Shannon McKever carried Lander during a crucial stretch of the second half and finished with a double-double, leading the Lady Bearcats to a 72-58 victory over Georgia Southwestern in the Peach Belt Conference opener for both teams Monday night in Greenwood, S.C.
December 3, 2008
Lady 'Canes off to best start in 10 years
GSW made quick work of Pensacola Christian College, leading 45-11 at the half and coasting to the 86-39 victory on Tuesday evening in Pensacola. The Lady Hurricanes are now 5-1 on the season, the program's best start since 1998-99.
November 29, 2008
Lady Hurricanes win third straight
The GSW women's basketball team notched their third straight victory with a 71-61 win over the University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon in St. Petersburg, Fla. on Saturday afternoon.
November 28, 2008
Lady 'Canes hand Eckerd their first loss
The GSW women's basketball team battled back from an 11-point deficit to defeat Eckerd College 75-74 in St. Petersburg, Fla. on Friday afternoon.
November 25, 2008
Lady 'Canes jump out to early lead, cruise past Toccoa Falls
The GSW women's basketball team scored the first 16 points of the game and cruised to a 95-48 win over Toccoa Falls at the Storm Dome on Tuesday night.
November 22, 2008
Fla. Southern hands women's hoops first 'L'
GSW dropped their first game of the season 79-67 to Florida Southern College on Saturday afternoon at the Storm Dome. Brittany Reynolds led the Lady Hurricanes with 16 points. Jamilah Sharp turned in a double-double with 13 points and 16 rebounds.
November 17, 2008
Lady 'Canes win season opener
Sophomore point guard Nadirah Gardner drained two clutch three-point shots down the stretch to lead GSW to a 60-52 season-opening win over the University of North Alabama on Monday evening at the Storm Dome.
November 14, 2008
Lady Hurricanes add lots of talent to roster
Article by Chris Whitaker, Americus Times-Recorder -- A new horizon is ahead for the Georgia Southwestern womens basketball team.
November 13, 2008
Division I Georgia State hands GSW only preseason defeat
A strong second half propelled Georgia State to 74-57 victory over GSW in a Thursday exhibition game at the Georgia State Sports Arena. Brittany Reynolds scored 14 points to lead the Lady Canes while
Nadirah Gardner contributed 13 points.
November 13, 2008
Meet the Lady Canes
An online video clip of this year's women's basketball roster is now available. Click on the story heading for more information.
November 12, 2008
Live stats available Thursday for women's game
Live stats will be available online for the women's exhibition game at Division I Georgia State on Thursday at 6:00pm. Click the story title above for more information.
November 9, 2008
Lady Canes knock off Florida A&M
The Lady Canes basketball team is a perfect two-for-two in the exhibition season after a 51-49 win over Division I Florida A&M Sunday afternoon in Tallahassee.
November 7, 2008
A nice start
Five GSW women scored in double-digits as the Lady 'Canes rolled past LaGrange College 108-64 in a preseason exhibition game at the Storm Dome on Friday night.
November 4, 2008
Season preview interviews available
Coach Leeder and Coach Britsky break down their 2008-09 rosters along with their upcoming seasons.
October 29, 2008
USC Aiken the coaches' favorite to win PBC women's hoops title
The USC Aiken Lady Pacers have been chosen as the women's basketball team to beat in the Peach Belt Conference this season in a poll of the league's head coaches released today. GSW is picked 11th.
October 3, 2008
October Desktop Wallpapers Available
Free to download. Each sport's calendar includes an October game schedule. Just click on "Desktop Wallpapers" under "Inside Athletics" on the main category bar above.
October 2, 2008
New Section Launched on gswcanes.com
After each Hurricanes home game we will highlight a few of the "Faces in our Crowd." Get to know your fellow GSW fans. These are the people who are helping create a fun game environment. We thank them for their support and enthusiasm. >>> A permanent button has been added to the right column >>>
July 25, 2008
Storm Dome Floor Getting New Look
The Storm Dome floor is undergoing a makeover in preparation for the 2008-09 basketball season.
June 2, 2008
Seven New Faces Join Lady Canes Hoops for 2008-09
The Georgia Southwestern Lady Hurricanes and head coach Kelly Britsky announced the signing of seven incoming players for the 2008-09 basketball season.
February 23, 2008
Lady Canes Surrender to Pembroke 66-48
The Lady Canes of Georgia Southwestern State University lost another heartbreaker Saturday afternoon to the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. It was the last home game of the season for GSW, and the Lady Brave left with a 66-48 victory.
January 23, 2008
GSW Partners with PrestoSports for New Athletics Web Site
ROCKVILLE, Md. - Georgia Southwestern University, a member of the Peach Belt Conference, has chosen PrestoSports for its new athletics web site solution. Members of the Hurricanes athletics team have worked closely with PrestoSports to begin the process for a new web site which is expected to launch later this year.
November 17, 2007
"Britsky Era" Starts With A Win!
Georgia Southwestern State University womens basketball team led by the first year head coach Kelly Britsky, started their season off right with a 73-69 victory over the visiting Clark Atlanta University.
Peach Belt Conference Standings
West Division
| Schools | Conf | All |
| Clayton State | 9-1 | 19-2 |
| Columbus State | 7-3 | 12-7 |
| Georgia Southwestern | 5-5 | 13-6 |
| North Georgia | 4-6 | 10-9 |
| Georgia College | 2-8 | 4-15 |
| Montevallo | 3-7 | 8-11 |
East Division
| Schools | Conf | All |
| Augusta State | 5-7 | 10-10 |
| Lander University | 11-0 | 16-3 |
| USC Aiken | 9-2 | 16-3 |
| UNC Pembroke | 7-5 | 10-10 |
| Francis Marion | 2-10 | 6-13 |
| Armstrong Atlantic | 6-6 | 12-8 |
| Flagler College | 1-11 | 2-17 |






















