ROME, Ga. - - Led by Chanlir Segarra's season high 25 points, the Berry College women's basketball team beat Hendrix College, 81-70, at home on Friday night.

Mel McLean, senior, was just three points shy of scoring 1,000 total points for the Vikings going into the competition. She needed little time to reach the mark as she nailed a three-pointer just 1:19 into the contest.

"I'm so happy for Mel," said Berry Head Coach Stephanie Dunn. "She has such a contagious positive energy that adds to our team. As a local girl (Coosa HS) it was great to see her reach this milestone in front of her family and friends."

McLean scored 10 points in the win and collected 10 rebounds for the Vikings.

The win improved BC to 10-3 overall and a perfect 2-0 in the Southern Athletic Conference. The loss dropped Hendrix to 5-8 and 0-2.

Fighting to get ahead most of the first half, the Vikings competed hard and led the game, 44-36, going into halftime.

Segarra's 25 points led the Berry offense on the night. She was 8-16 shooting, as well as 9-14 from the free throw line. She also gained seven assists and collected three rebounds for the Vikings.

Two other players scored double digit points in the BC win: Emma Cook and Valerie McLure.

Cook scored 18 points for the Vikings. She was 8-14 shooting and collected 14 rebounds on the night. McLure scored 12 points in the win. She was 5-7 shooting and a perfect 2-2 from the free throw line.

For the Warriors, Anna King stood out on offense with 16 points. King was 8-13 shooting and had 10 rebounds in the loss.

BC led the game in rebounds, 55-38. The Vikings shot 47-percent (29-61) to the Warrior's 34-percent (27-78).

BC looks to improve their winning streak to four games straight as they take on Rhodes College on Sunday, January 11, at home at 1 p.m.