YOUNG HARRIS, Ga. – The University of South Carolina Aiken women's basketball team lost a 78-60 decision at Young Harris Wednesday.

The Pacers are now 0-4 overall and 0-3 in league play. The Mountain Lions are 2-0 on the year and 2-0 against PBC foes.

Head coach Mark Miller's team was led by newcomer Allycia Harris' double-double effort of 14 points and 11 rebounds. Harris hit five-of-nine from the floor. Chesney Gardner totaled nine points and three boards while Chidinma Okafor totaled nine points, five blocks and five rebounds. Kanna Suzuki chipped in eight markers while Madison Williams added seven.

Rikoya Anderson snagged six boards and had five points. Emily Trushel dished out a game-high five assists.

The Pacers fell behind in the first quarter, but the visitors continued to play hard. Miller's squad and YHC each netted 21 points in the second frame and both tallied 19 points in the third frame. The Pacers outscored the Mountain Lions 14-11 in the final 10 minutes of the contest.  

For the game, USC Aiken hit 23-of-65 from the floor (35.4 percent). The squad held a 14-13 edge in offensive rebounds, which led to 17 second-chance points. The Pacers distributed 11 assists on 23 field goals. USC Aiken swatted eight shots compared to two by the Mountain Lions. Miller's team maintained a 13-10 edge in points off turnovers and a 38-30 advantage in the paint.

The Pacers return to action Saturday when they host Columbus State at 1:30 p.m. Live stats and video will be available at PacerSports.com.