GREENVILLE, S.C. -- Furman's women's basketball team will wrap up its pre-Christmas home schedule on Sunday when it plays host to Mars Hill in a 2:00 p.m. contest at Timmons Arena.

Paladin fans are invited to show the power of the Paladin community by bringing a new, unwrapped toy to support local families and spread holiday cheer.  

In addition, Sunday's contest will mark Furman's  annual Ugly Sweater Game, with Paladin fans asked to wear their favorite festive sweater and enjoy a special visit from Santa Claus.  Families can also take part in an official photo with Santa as a perfect holiday memory.  Complimentary hot cocoa will be served in Rogues Hospitality Deck.

The Mars Hill contest will be streamed via ESPN+, and fans can also follow the action via StatBroadcast live stats and receive timely updates and highlight clip thru @FurmanWBB's "X" account.  Links to the livestream and stats are available on Furman's women's basketball schedule page at FurmanPaladins.com.

Furman (4-6) is seeking its third straight win at home after taking down Presbyterian (74-56) and UNC Asheville (74-67).  The Paladins fell 72-56 at Georgia Southern last Sunday it their last outing.

Mars Hill (4-5) dropped a 109-69 verdict to Lincoln Memorial on Wednesday.

Sunday's game will be only the second meeting between the Paladins and Lions since 1981.  Furman claimed a 81-46 win in its last clash with Mars Hill during the 2016-17 season, but the Lions hold a 6-1 all-time lead in the series.

The Paladins hope sophomore guard Chantelle Stuart (6.4 ppg) will soon return to action after missing the last three game due to injury. Filling the void has been freshman Sophia Pearl (5.8 ppg).

Furman sports three double figure scorers — all sophomores— led by forward Clare Coyle (12.3 ppg), who also tops the squad in rebounding (7.6 rpg).  She is followed by guard Alyssa Ervin (11.4 ppg), a transfer from Elon, and guard Raina McGowens (10.5 ppg).

Lauren Bailey has proven to be Furman's top 3-point shooting threat (18x52, .346%) this season.