Box Score
HOUSTON, Texas - In a historic WNIT victory, the Lady Tigers triumphed over the Saint Mary's Gaels with a final score of 54-50.
The Lady Tigers set the tone early with their intense defense, completely shutting down the Gaels' offense initially. Despite this strong start, Texas Southern trailed 18-21 at halftime.
However, they quickly regained momentum at the beginning of the second half. A layup and a successful free throw immediately tied the score, setting the stage for a thrilling second half.
Nya Harmon emerged as a key player in the third quarter, showcasing her skills by dominating the boards and scoring crucial points. Her efforts, combined with the Lady Tigers' high intensity defense, forced multiple turnovers from the Gaels, leading to significant scoring opportunities. By the end of the third quarter, TSU had established a solid 40-30 lead.
In the fourth quarter, the Lady Tigers were determined to seal the victory. They maintained their defensive intensity and continued to score effectively. With just three minutes left in the game, they led 51-44.
The Gaels mounted a fierce comeback, cutting the deficit to just 3 points with 13 seconds remaining. Despite this late surge, the Lady Tigers held their ground and secured the win.
Leading the charge for Texas Southern, Aylasia Fantroy finished with an impressive 16 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals. Treasure Thompson also made significant contributions with 10 points and nine rebounds, while Daeja Holmes added nine points.
Jaida Belton and Nya Harmon both added seven points each. Harmon was named impact player of the game by her teammates for her spark in the third quarter. Their combined efforts were instrumental in the Lady Tigers' historic WNIT victory.
Next, the Lady Tigers will face Louisiana Tech on Monday, March 24th, in Ruston, Louisiana.
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The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) is considered one of the premier HBCU conferences in the country and currently ranks among the elite in the nation in terms of HBCU alumni playing with professional sports teams.
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