Cross Among Five Honored by TSWA

Freed-Hardeman's Jana Cross was one of five players named to the Tennessee Sports Writers Association's All-State team.

Peabody's Perry Signs with Lady Lions

Trenton Peabody senior Rakeshia Perry became the fourth player to sign with the Freed-Hardeman Lady Lion basketball team for the 2008-09 season after signing a scholarship letter on Wednesday, April 2.

Cross Leads List of Post-Season Honors

Sophomore Jana Cross was one of five Lady Lions honored when the NAIA released its postseason awards during the week of March 24.

FHU's Tournament Run Ends in Final Four

The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions' run in the NAIA National Tournament came to an end with a 69-59 loss to Trevecca Nazarene University (Tenn.) on Monday, March 24, in Jackson's Oman Arena.

Fab Four Preview: FHU Lady Lions vs. Trevecca Nazarene University

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions are one step away from playing in the NAIA national championship game as they prepare to take on TranSouth Conference foe Trevecca Nazarene University (Tenn.) in the Fab Four of the NAIA National Tournament on Monday, March 24.

Preview: FHU Lady Lions vs. Lubbock Christian University

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions will attempt to return to the NAIA Fab Four for the first time since 1999 as they take on Lubbock Christian University (Texas) in the quarterfinal round of the NAIA National Championship on Saturday, March 22.

Lady Lions Back in Quarterfinals

For the second straight night, the Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions survived a physical battle to emerge with a victory in the NAIA National Tournament defeating Wiley College (Texas), 75-68, on Friday, March 21.

Preview: FHU Lady Lions vs. Wiley College

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions make their ninth trip to the NAIA National Tournament’s sweet 16 in the last 12 years tonight as they will take on Wiley College (Texas) at 6:15 PM in Jackson’s Oman Arena.

Preview: FHU Lady Lions vs. Georgetown College

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions begin their final run of the season at the NAIA National Tournament as they will take on Georgetown College (Ky.) on Thursday at 8:00 PM.

Cross Named to State Farm All-American Team

On Tuesday, March 18, Freed-Hardeman University sophomore forward Jana Cross became the fifth Lady Lion selected to the WBCA All-American team.

Cross Named Finalist for State Farm All-American Team

Freed-Hardeman University’s Jana Cross was recently named as a finalist for the 2008 State Farm All-American Team in a press release from the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) on March 7.

Lady Lions Get No. 2 Seed, Rematch With Georgetown

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions received a No. 2 seed and a rematch with Georgetown College (Ky.) in next week’s NAIA Women’s National Tournament as the NAIA released its brackets on Wednesday, March 12.

Lady Lions To Play For Conference Championship

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lion basketball team makes its fifth trip to the conference championship in the last six years tonight as it travels to Jackson to take on undefeated Union University.

Lady Lions No. 7 in Final National Rating

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions were ranked No. 7 in the NAIA for the fourth straight week in the final rating of the season released on Wednesday, March 5.

Cross, Thompson Named First Team All-Conference

Jana Cross and Megan Thompson were two of eight Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball players honored when the TranSouth Conference released its postseason awards on Monday, March 3.

FHU Stays at No. 7 in Latest National Poll

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions remained at No. 7 for the third straight week in an NAIA national poll that had very little movement among its top 25 teams.

Lady Lions Win Big on Senior Day

It took a little while to get going, but once they did the Lady Lions cruised to their 23rd victory of the season on Senior Day at the Freed-Hardeman Sports Center.

Lady Lions Remain at No. 7 in Latest National Poll

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions stayed at No. 7 in the latest NAIA national poll released on Wednesday, Feb. 20.

Lady Lions Drop to No. 7 in Latest National Rating

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions dropped two spots to No. 7 in the latest NAIA national women's basketball ratings released on Wednesday, Feb. 13.

Lady Lions Win 20th Game For 12th Straight Season

The Freed-Hardeman women's basketball team won its 20th game on the season on Saturday, Feb. 9, marking the 12th consecutive season that the program has won at least 20 games. Only two other NAIA programs have a longer streak.

Cross Reaches 1,000 Points in Record Time

Freed-Hardeman sophomore Jana Cross reached 1,000 points faster than any other player in Lady Lion history on Feb. 7, 2008, in a 26-point performance against Lambuth University (Tenn.).

Hinson Named Assistant Women's Basketball Coach

Former student and graduate assistant Lain Hinson was recently named as the new assistant women’s basketball coach for the Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions.

Lady Lions Move to No. 5 in Latest NAIA National Poll

The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions moved up one spot to No. 5 in the latest NAIA national ratings released on Wednesday, Feb. 6.

Lady Lions Pull Away From Cumberland

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions used a late run to pull away from the Cumberland University (Tenn.) Lady Bulldogs in Lebanon on Monday, Feb 4.

Lady Lions Fall to No. 6 in Latest NAIA Ratings

After losing a pair of games, the Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions dropped to No. 6 in the latest NAIA national ratings released on Wednesday, Jan. 30

No. 1 Union Squeaks Past Lady Lions

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions had their chances, but couldn't close out a win over NAIA No. 1 Union University (Tenn.) on Thursday, Jan. 24. The undefeated Lady Bulldogs made free throws down the stretch to secure a 77-69 victory.

Respectful Rivalry

It may be heated, it may be competitive, but the rivalry between the Freed-Hardeman and Union University women's basketball teams also contains its share of respect. The two teams face off for the first time this season on Jan. 24, 2008, in Henderson.

Lady Lions Move to No. 4 in Latest National Rating

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions jumped up one spot to No. 4 in the NAIA national ratings released on Wednesday, Jan. 23.

Lady Lions Remain No. 5 in Latest NAIA National Rating

The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions held onto their spot in the top 5 in the latest NAIA national rating.

Neal Wins 350th on Freed-Hardeman Bench

Lady Lion head basketball coach Dale Neal picked up his 350th win at the helm of the Freed-Hardeman women's program on Jan. 14, 2008.

FHU Blows Past Martin Methodist

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions outscored Martin Methodist 20-2 during a seven minute stretch in the first half to establish a huge lead that would never be challenged in an 89-61 victory.

Cross Named TranSouth Player of the Week

For the second straight week, a Freed-Hardeman Lady Lion has been honored as the TranSouth Conference's women's player of the week.

Beard Leaves Legacy at Freed-Hardeman

Former Lady Lions player and assistant coach Heather (Walling) Beard was part of Freed-Hardeman's climb up the NAIA ladder. Beard coached her last game on Thursday, Jan. 10, in FHU's 84-68 win over Lambuth, and her presence on the Lady Lion bench will be missed.

Lady Lions Drop to No. 5 in Latest National Rating

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions fell two spots from No. 3 to No. 5 in the newest NAIA national ratings released on Wednesday, Jan. 9.

Cross Scores 33, Lady Lions Win Again

Sophomore forward Jana Cross scored 33 points on 15-of-19 shooting to lead the No. 3 Lady Lions past visiting No. 15 Cumberland University (Tenn.), 73-64, Monday night at the Sports Center.

McLemore Named TranSouth Player of the Week

Freed-Hardeman senior forward Meredith McLemore was honored as the TranSouth Conference's women's player of the week on Monday, Jan. 7.

No. 3 Lady Lions Win Conference Opener Against Trevecca Nazarene

A trio of players scored 20 points as the Lady Lions opened their conference play by defeating the Trevecca Nazarene Lady Trojans by the score of 90-80, on Saturday afternoon. The Lady Lions, ranked #3 in the NAIA, improve to 11-2 on the season.

Hot-Shooting Lady Senators Hand Freed-Hardeman Second Loss

Auburn University at Montgomery got career afternoons from a pair of players to lead the Lady Senators to a 68-50 upset victory over the No. 3 Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions on the second day of the South Padre Island Shootout.

Lady Lions Win Tenth in Texas

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions got 53 combined points from a trio of sophomores en route to a 70-65 win over Oklahoma Christian University at the South Padre Island Shootout.

Lady Lions Hang On For Ninth Win

The No. 3 ranked Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions improved to 9-1 on the season with a narrow 66-65 win on the road over Bryan College (Tenn.).

Lady Lions Remain No. 3, Lions Still Receiving Votes in Latest National Poll

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) released its second in-season basketball polls on Wednesday, Dec. 12, and both Freed-Hardeman teams remained in their respective places from the previous week's rankings.

FHU’s Cross, McLemore Named to CU Classic All-Tourney Team

LEBANON, Tenn. – After helping lead their team to a pair of wins over Fisk and St. Francis, Freed-Hardeman University’s Jana Cross and Meredith McLemore were named to the Cumberland University Classic All-Tournament team last weekend.

FHU Lady Lions Ranked #3, Lions Receive Votes in NAIA Polls

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – On Wednesday, Dec. 5, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) released the Division I women’s and men’s basketball polls. The Freed-Hardeman University women’s team jumped five spots to No. 3, while the men broke into the receiving votes column.

FHU Finishes 2-0 at Cumberland Classic

Lebanon, Tenn. – After an easy victory over Fisk University on Friday night, the Freed-Hardeman University women’s basketball team defeated St. Francis University 80-69 on Saturday afternoon to finish the Cumberland Classic Tournament 2-0.

Five Lady Lions Hit Double Digits in Rout over Fisk University

Henderson, Tenn. – Five Lady Lions scored in double figures, led by Jana Cross’ 18 points, as Freed-Hardeman University cruised to an easy 114-42 victory over Fisk University in its first game of the Cumberland Classic.

FHU Overcomes Second Half Deficit to Defeat Georgetown

Georgetown, KY – All-American sophomore Jana Cross recorded her fourth double-double of the season with 24 points and 10 rebounds, while senior Megan Thompson added 21 points in Freed-Hardeman University’s come from behind win at Georgetown College on Tuesday night.

Lady Lions on a Roll After Defeating NAIA's No. 2, No. 3

Jackson, Tenn. - Just one night after upsetting No. 2 ranked Vanguard University, the Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions defeated No. 3 ranked Lee University in their final game of the Rotary Classic Tournament.

FHU Lady Lions Upset No. 2 Ranked Vanguard University

Jackson, Tenn. – Sophomore forward Jana Cross put up 24 points, and three others joined her in double figures as the Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team defeated No. 2 ranked Vanguard University on Friday night of the Rotary Classic Tournament.

Lady Lions Drop First Rotary Classic Match Up

Jackson, Tenn. – With the competition at its all time high, the Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions dropped their first round match up 80-73 to The Master’s in the annual Rotary Classic Tournament. This year’s tournament, held at Union University, boasts six nationally ranked teams, including four of the top eight.

Cross Nets 33 as Lady Lions Slide Past Visiting Harris-Stowe

Henderson, Tenn. – Sophomore Jana Cross poured in 33 points, just one point shy of her career high, and it was just enough as the No. 8 ranked Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions slid past Harris-Stowe 67-63 in Saturday’s homecoming match up.

McLemore’s 17 Second Half Points Spark Lady Lion Comeback Win

Henderson, Tenn. – After a one point halftime deficit, the Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions mounted a second half comeback to defeat the University of Mobile by double digits on Saturday evening in their second game of the LionBacker Classic Tournament.

No. 8 Lady Lions Roll in Season Opener

Henderson, Tenn. – Sophomore Kristal Edney poured in 20 points and Jana Cross added 16 as the No. 8 ranked Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team opened up the 2007-2008 season with a 83-62 win over King College in the LionBacker Classic Tournament.

Lady Lions Start Season at No. 8 in NAIA Basketball Poll

Henderson, Tenn. – The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team will start the 2007-2008 season ranked No. 8, according to the women’s NAIA Div. 1 poll released on Wednesday, October 31.

Lady Lions Sign Arkansas Standout

Henderson, Tenn.- The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team has landed their third early signee for the 2008-2009 season. Rector High School’s Hannah Parsley signed with the Lady Lions on Tuesday and will join the team next fall after finishing her senior year of high school.

Lady Lion Basketball Picked Third in Preseason TranSouth Poll

Henderson, Tenn. – The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team has been picked third in the TranSouth Athletic Conference for the 2007-2008 season, according to the poll released on October 17. The Lady Lions received 78 total points, putting them behind only Union University and Trevecca University.

Lady Lions Launch Community Reading Program

Henderson, Tenn. - The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team launched its school reading program this week. Looking to get more involved in the community, the Lady Lions found a fun and educational way to reach out to some of the youngest members of Chester and Madison counties.

Lady Lions Come Together with Team Building Activities

Henderson, Tenn. – On Thursday, August 31, the Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team spent the afternoon at Mid-South Youth Camp participating in team building activities.

Lady Lions Volunteer at Local Benefit Event

Jackson, Tenn. – On Saturday, August 26, the Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team spent the day at the Jackson Fairgrounds volunteering their time at “Kids Fest 2007.”

"Classy" Teams Take Home Highest WBCA Honor Off the Court

Atlanta, Ga. -- The Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) announced its 2006-2007 Academic Top 25 Team Honor Roll. The awards recognize teams throughout the nation that have the highest grade point averages (GPA) for the 2006-2007 season based upon nominations submitted by WBCA-member coaches.

2007 Lady Lion Basketball Camp Winners

Henderson, Tenn. - Coach Dale Neal and the Freed-Hardeman Lady Lion basketball program hosted its annual basketball camp June 24-29. One hundred and eight 4th-12th graders attended the week long camp held at the FHU Sports Center.

Franks Awarded Mallory Scott Memorial Scholarship

Summertown, TN- Emily Franks, an incoming freshman for the FHU Lady Lion basketball team, was recently awarded the inaugural Mallory Scott Memorial Scholarship. Mallory Scott was a classmate and close friend of Emily’s at Summertown High School who was killed in a car accident. The Summertown community has held fundraising events throughout the year to raise money for the memorial scholarship. Through the town’s efforts over $40,000 has been raised for the scholarship fund.

Lady Lions Add Ziegler to 2007-08 Roster

Henderson, Tn.- The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball program has added Kenzie Ziegler to their roster for the 2007-08 season.

Melson Makes Early Decision

Henderson, Tn.- The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions signed Wayne County’s Rachel Melson on Thursday. Melson, a junior at Wayne County High School, will join the Lady Lions for the 2008-09 season after her high school career has ended.

Myers Signs Early with Lady Lions

Henderson, Tn.- The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball program has inked an early signee for the 2008-09 season. Julia Myers, a junior at Wayne County High School, has signed to play for the Lady Lions after she finishes her high school career next spring.

Osment to Remain a Lady Lion

Henderson, Tenn.- The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball program has signed Camden’s Nicole Osment for the 2007-08 season.

Johnson Becomes a Lady Lion

Henderson, Tn.- The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball program has inked their fifth signee for the 2007-08 season.

Ashley Helton Named Miss FHU

Henderson, Tenn. - Lady Lion, Ashley Helton has been named Miss FHU. The Mr. FHU and Miss FHU awards are the highest student honors at Freed-Hardeman. Award nominees are chosen from the senior class by university faculty, staff and senior students. All students, faculty and staff then select the Mr. And Miss FHU recipients from the top nominees.

FHU’s Myers, Cross Named NAIA All-Americans

OLATHE, Kan. - The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has released its 2007 Division I Women's Basketball All-Americans. Freed-Hardeman University’s Stacy Myers received first team honors, while teammate Jana Cross was named to the third team.

Lady Lions Visit Elementary School

Jackson, Tenn. - The FHU Lady Lion team and coaches shared some of their National Tournament time with South Elementary School.

Lady Lions Assist with Special Olympics

Jackson, Tenn. - The FHU Lady Lions volunteered their time during the week of the NAIA tournament as they gathered at Oman Arena in Jackson, Tenn. to assist the Special Olympians with several basketball drills.

Stacy Myers Named Kodak All-American

Henderson, Tenn. - Stacy Myers has been named to the 2007 NAIA Kodak/WBCA All-America Team. The Kodak team consists of just ten players selected from among the 253 NAIA Division I and Division II teams.

Lady Lions In The NAIA National Tournament

Henderson, Tenn. - The 15th Ranked Lady Lions qualify, with an at-large bid, to their 11th consecutive NAIA National Tournament. FHU (21-10) received a five seed and will be paired with fourth seeded Oklahoma City University.

Lady Lions Receive Post Season Honors

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The TranSouth Athletic Conference has announced the 2006-2007 women’s basketball All-Conference team and postseason awards. Freed-Hardeman University took two of the top awards as Stacy Myers was named Player of the Year and Jana Cross gained the Freshman of the Year award. Cross also received First team All-Conference honors and Kristal Edney was named to the All-Freshman team.

Myers Has Jersey Retired at WCHS

Henderson, TN - Lady Lion senior post player Stacy Myers recently had her jersey retired at her alma mater Wayne County High School in Waynesboro, TN.

Boehler Signs with Lady Lions

Henderson, TN- The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball program has inked their fourth signee for the 2007-08 season.

Myers Named TranSouth Player of the Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The TranSouth Athletic Conference has selected Stacy Myers of NAIA No. 14 Freed-Hardeman as this week’s women’s basketball player of the week for the week ending February 4, 2007.

FHU’s Cross Named NAIA Division I Women’s Player of the Week

Olathe, Kansas - Freed-Hardeman University freshman forward Jana Cross is the NAIA's Division I Women's Basketball Player of the Week after averaging 25.5 points and nine rebounds per game while shooting 74 percent on 20-of-27 from the floor.

Deatheridge Has Jersey Retired at EHCS

Henderson, TN - Lady Lion freshman guard Tara Deatheridge recently had her jersey retired at her alma mater Ezell-Harding Christian School in Antioch, Tenn.

Freed-Hardeman’s Jana Cross Named TranSouth Women’s Basketball Player of the Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The TranSouth Athletic Conference has selected Jana Cross of NAIA No. 15 Freed-Hardeman as this week’s women’s basketball player of the week for the week ending January 28, 2007. Cross averaged 25.5 points, nine rebounds, three assists and two blocks on the week as she led the Lady Lions to a pair of wins over TranSouth opponents.

Summertown’s Tucker Joins Lady Lions

Henderson, Tn. - The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball program has landed their third signee for the 2007-08 season.

FHU’s Myers Earns Co-Player of Week Honors

NASHVILLE, Tenn.- Stacy Myers of Freed-Hardeman and Suzanne Seat of Bethel are this week's TranSouth Athletic Conference women's basketball co-players of week for the week ending January 7, 2007.

Franks Chooses Lady Lions

Henderson, Tn. - The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball program has landed their second signee for the 2007-08 season.

Cross Honored by Loretto High School

Henderson, TN - Lady Lion freshman forward Jana Cross recently had her jersey retired at her alma mater Loretto High School.

Freed-Hardeman’s Myers TranSouth Women’s Basketball Player of the Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Stacy Myers of Freed-Hardeman University is this week’s TranSouth Athletic Conference women’s basketball player of the week, for the week ending Sunday, November 19, 2006.

FHU Signs Graves County Standout for 07-08 Season

Henderson, TN – The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball program has landed their first signee for the 07-08 basketball season.

FHU’s Cross Named Player of the Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Freed-Hardeman freshman Jana Cross has been selected as the TranSouth Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Player of the Week for the week ending Sunday, November 5, 2006.

Lady Lions Team Up to Help Disabled Children

Jackson, Tenn. – The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lion basketball team recently made the trip to the Jackson fairgrounds to volunteer their time at the STAR Center’s KidsFest 2006.

Lady Lions Basketball Listed Among Nation’s Most Successful Programs

Redwood City, California - The College Bound Student Athlete (CBSA) guide has compiled a list of the nation’s most successful basketball programs over the past eight years. Since 1998 the FHU Lady Lions have posted a 228-58 (.797) record which ranks them at #9 among the 275 NAIA Division I and II schools.

2005-2006 Lady Lion Basketball Team Makes Top 25 Academic Honor Roll

Henderson, Tenn- The Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) has released its 2005-2006 Academic Top 25 team Honor Roll for the NAIA. The awards recognize teams that have the highest grade point averages (GPA) for the 2005-2006 season based on nominations submitted by WBCA-member coaches. The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lion basketball team was ranked #10 with a combined team GPA of 3.501 for last season.

Lady Lions Add West to Roster

Tuscaloosa, AL- The Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions have added Phenicia West to their roster for the upcoming 2006-07 season.

Six Lady Lions Receive National Honors

Henderson, Tenn. – Six members of the Freed-Hardeman University Lady Lions basketball team received national honors this week.

Ashlee Robertson, a 5’6 senior guard from Collinwood, Tenn., was named NAIA First Team All-American. Stacy Myers, a 6’1 junior post from Waynesboro, Tenn., was named NAIA Third Team All-American. Julie Hayes, a 6’0 forward from Nashville, Tenn., received an NAIA All-American Honorable Mention.

Lady Lions Visit Lincoln Elementary

Jackson, TN- The FHU Lady Lions took time out of their busy schedule during the NAIA National Tournament to visit Lincoln Elementary School on Thursday, March 16.

Robertson Named Two-Time Kodak All-American

Henderson, Tenn. – Freed-Hardeman University’s Ashlee Robertson was named to the 2006 WBCA/Kodak All-America Women’s Basketball Team. Robertson was honored along with nine other NAIA players from across the country. This award is given to those who exemplify good sportsmanship and attitude, their impact on the team, present year statistics and achievements, success of their team, and academic eligibility. This is the second year she has received this honor.

NAIA National Tournament Bracket Released

JACKSON, Tenn. - The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has released the bracket for the 26th Annual NAIA Division I Women's Basketball National Championship. The 32-team single-elimination tournament is hosted by the City of Jackson and will be played March 15-21 at Oman Arena. All times are Central Standard Time. The championship game will be televised live nationally on College Sports Television (CSTV).

Lady Lions Win TranSouth Conference Tournament Third Year in a Row

Henderson, Tenn. – For Lady Lion fans, there is plenty of reason to celebrate. That’s because the No. 2 Ranked FHU Lady Lions defeated the No. 5 Ranked Trevecca Nazarene University Lady Trojans Monday night for the third time this season. The 71-64 FHU victory gave the Lady Lions their third consecutive TranSouth Tournament Championship for the Lady Lions.

TranSouth Women’s Basketball All-Conference Team: 2005-06

FHU's Dale Neal Named Coach of the Year
Bergeron Takes Newcomer of the Year

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The TranSouth Athletic Conference released the women’s basketball all-conference team and postseason awards today. Freed-Hardeman took two of the three awards, with Kera Bergeron named Newcomer of the Year, and Dale Neal the Coach of the Year. Trevecca’s Jackie Weaver took Player of the Year.

Robertson Second Highest All-Time Scorer for Lady Lions

Henderson, Tenn. – Freed-Hardeman University senior Kodak All-American Ashlee Robertson achieved another career triumph as her team faced off against cross-town rival Union University on Saturday. Robertson scored 17 points against No. 4 Union bringing her career total points scored to 2,019. This places Ashlee as the second highest all-time scorer in Lady Lions’ basketball history. Lady Lion Alum Kara Sanders (1996-00) formerly held this space with 2,005 career points.

FHU’s Robertson Scores 2000th Career Point

Henderson, Tenn. - Freed-Hardeman’s Ashlee Robertson scored her 2000th career point in her team’s victory over conference foe Lyon College Thursday night in Batesville, Arkansas. Ashlee scored 10 points in the game helping the Lady Lions chalk up their 23rd consecutive victory. This win also clinched the TranSouth Conference Regular Season Basketball Championship for the Lady Lions for the third year in a row.

Lady Lions Clinch Third Consecutive Regular Season Championship

Henderson, Tenn. – Same Song. Third Verse. That’s what the Lady Lions were singing as they defeated Lyon College 88-55. With the win the Lady Lions clinched their third consecutive TranSouth Conference Regular Season Basketball Championship.

FHU’s Myers, Union’s Owino TranSouth Co-Player of the Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Stacy Myers of Freed-Hardeman and Josephine Owino of Union University were named the TranSouth Athletic Conference Women's Basketball Co-Players of the Week for the week ending February 12, 2006.

Myers, a 6'1" junior post from Waynesboro, Tenn., helped lead NAIA No. 2 Freed-Hardeman to a 2-0 week with a pair of conference wins over Blue Mountain and Martin Methodist. In the 93-48 win over Blue Mountain Myers scored 26 points and had four rebounds, three assists, a block, and two steals. Myers was nearly perfect from the field in hitting 10-of-11 from the field, 2-of-2 from three-point range, and hit all four free-throws.

Alsup Chooses Lady Lions

Eagleville, TN- Chelsie Alsup from Eagleville High School has chosen to continue her basketball career at Freed-Hardeman University as a Lady Lion. Alsup, a 5’9 senior guard, is currently averaging 19.4 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 2.8 steals per game. She is listed as the #7 girls’ scorer in middle Tennessee by the Tennessean.

Neal Reaches 300th Win

Henderson, Tenn.- Lady Lion Basketball Head Coach Dale Neal recently passed a milestone in his coaching career at Freed-Hardeman University. On January 14, Coach Neal won his 300th game at FHU when the Lady Lions defeated Lambuth University 73-57.

Perry County Standout Joins Lady Lions

Linden, TN- Perry County standout Kristal Edney has chosen to continue her basketball career at Freed-Hardeman University as a Lady Lion next season. After missing part of this season due to a foot injury, Edney is working hard to get back to full speed. She is currently averaging 10 points, 2 assists, and 2 steals. Edney was recently named a nominee for the McDonald’s All-American team. She is one of ten players to be nominated from Tennessee.

Bledsoe Joins Lady Lions from UNO

Henderson, TN- Kori Bledsoe has decided to return to her home state of Tennessee to finish her basketball career. Bledsoe has been playing at the University of New Orleans since graduating from Fairview High School in 2004. As a freshman at UNO, she started 22 games at the point guard position averaging 3.6 assists per game. Kori’s decision to leave UNO came after hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, forcing her team to move to Tyler, Texas, in order to continue with the season.

Lady Lions Remain No. 2 in the Nation

After defeating 10 nationally ranked teams, including two in-conference top 10 teams, the Lady Lions remain ranked No. 2 in the NAIA as of the latest release on Jan. 25.

Ashlee Robertson Named TranSouth Player of the Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Ashlee Robertson of NAIA No. 2 Freed-Hardeman University has been honored as the TranSouth Athletic Conference Women’s Basketball Player of the Week for the week ending January 23, 2006. It's the second time this season for Robertson to receive the conference award.

Robertson Jersey Retired

Collinwood, TN- Lady Lion senior guard Ashlee Robertson recently had her jersey retired at her alma mater Collinwood High School. As a four year starter for the Lady Trojans, Ashlee was named to the All-District and All-Region teams each year. During her senior season, Robertson was named a Miss Basketball Finalist, AP All-State, and District MVP. Ashlee averaged 30 points per game her senior year and scored 2,300 points during her high school career.

FHU'S Bergeron and TNU's Weaver Co-Player of the Week

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Kera Bergeron of Freed-Hardeman University and Jackie Weaver of Trevecca Nazarene University are the TranSouth Athletic Conference Co-Women's Basketball Players of the Week for the week ending January 15, 2006.

Lady Lions Rank #3 Nationally

In the latest NAIA Division I Women’s Basketball ratings, FHU’s Lady Lions have climbed from the #5 position claiming the #3 national ranking.

FOUR TRANSOUTH TEAMS IN NAIA TOP 10

The NAIA has released its latest Division I Women’s Basketball Ratings and four TranSouth teams appear in the top 10, #2 Union, #5 Freed-Hardeman, #6 Trevecca Nazarene, and #9 Cumberland.

ROBERTSON NAMED TRANSOUTH PLAYER OF THE WEEK

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Ashlee Robertson of NAIA No. 2 Freed-Hardeman University has been honored as the TranSouth Athletic Conference women’s basketball player of the week for the week ending Sunday, November 27, 2005.

LADY LION BASKETBALL SCHEDULE UPDATE

The Lady Lions have added a game to their Spring 2006 schedule. FHU will now face the Belhaven College Lady Blazers at 2:00 p.m. January 28 at the Charles R. Rugg Arena in Jackson, Mississippi.

BERGERON SCORES 1000TH CAREER POINT

Senior Guard Kera Bergeron recently scored her 1000th career point.

MYERS SCORES 1000TH CAREER POINT

FHU junior Stacy Myers scored her 1000th career point in the Lady Lions’ win over Lambuth University on Tuesday evening.

FHU JOINS THE NAIA IN ASSISTING WITH HURRICANE RELIEF

In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, Freed-Hardeman University has joined the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) in a fundraising effort to reach out to member schools affected by the Hurricane Katrina tragedy.