Paul Quinn Women’s Basketball Edges Out Texas College in Close Victory

Game Recap

The game saw multiple lead changes, with both teams playing competitively from start to finish. Tied at 15 after the first quarter, Texas College pulled ahead in the second, taking a 33-28 lead into halftime. Paul Quinn responded in the second half, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they outscored the Steers 25-22 to seal the win.

Key Performances

• Paul Quinn College (6-5, 5-3)
• • Adrianna Belton led the Tigers with 20 points, shooting an efficient 9-of-12 from the field, including two three-pointers.
  • Kayla Webster added 16 points and displayed strong perimeter shooting, going 2-of-4 from three-point range.
  • Cierra Taylor and Canai McPherson contributed 14 and 10 points, respectively, and combined for 10 assists and four steals.
  • Despite their scoring prowess, the Tigers struggled on the boards, grabbing only 12 rebounds compared to Texas College's 26.
• Texas College (3-7, 2-5)
• • Keaundra Kelly was a dominant force for the Steers, recording a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds, including 3-of-9 from beyond the arc.
  • Tyler Pyburn added 14 points and five rebounds, while Cree McClemore chipped in 10 points.
  • Texas College's bench outscored Paul Quinn's reserves 15-7, providing valuable support in critical moments.

Statistical Highlights

• Shooting Efficiency:
  Paul Quinn shot 54.9% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range, outperforming Texas College, which shot 52.8% and 33.3%, respectively.
• Points Off Turnovers:
  The Tigers capitalized on defensive pressure, scoring 28 points off turnovers compared to Texas College's 16.
• Rebounding:
  The Steers dominated the boards, grabbing 26 rebounds, including nine offensive rebounds that led to eight second-chance points.
• Clutch Fourth Quarter:
  Paul Quinn's offense ignited in the final period, shooting a remarkable 76.9% from the field and a perfect 100% from beyond the arc to secure the win.

Takeaways

Paul Quinn's ability to force turnovers and convert them into points proved pivotal. Despite being outrebounded, the Lady Tigers' efficient shooting and strong fourth-quarter performance carried them to victory. Adrianna Belton and Kayla Webster's leadership and scoring were instrumental, while the entire team displayed resilience and poise in a tightly contested game.

Next Steps

The Tigers look to maintain their momentum as they continue conference play, aiming to solidify their standing. Despite the loss, Texas College can draw positives from their rebounding dominance and bench contributions as they prepare for their next matchup.

Final Score: Paul Quinn 71, Texas College 68.