Published 12 days ago • Texas, United States • Updated 11 days ago

HBCU grinds out historic WNIT victory

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Courtesy of TXSO Athletics Houston, TX—In a historic WNIT victory, the Texas Southern Lady Tigers defeated the Gaels of Saint Mary’s by a final score of 54-50 for the first WNIT win for the HBCU and its first postseason victory since 1981. 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 …

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SMC California Athletics

WBB | Gaels Season Concludes in Houston after Defensive Battle, 50-54 to Texas Southern - SMC California Athletics

HOUSTON, Texas - Saint Mary's made their first WNIT appearance since 2019 and their 13th overall in program history, but saw their season come to an end in a defensive battle with Texas Southern Thursday night. The Gaels outscored the Tigers by six with a 20-point fourth quarter but scored just nine points in the third to eventually fall 50-54 in Houston. The Gaels had three players in double figures including Emily Foy, Kennedy Johnson and Edie…

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HBCU Gameday

HBCU grinds out historic WNIT victory

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HBCU Sports

'We got to get this money:' HBCU basketball team achieved history in WNIT

In a hard-fought battle during the first round of the Women’s National Invitation Tournament (WNIT), Texas Southern edged out Saint Mary’s 54-50 on Thursday night at H&PE Arena in Houston. The Tigers’ defensive tenacity and timely scoring secured the victory and advanced to the next round of postseason play. Texas Southern jumped out to an early lead, fueled by two quick three-pointers from guard Daeja Holmes. Holmes, who finished with 12 points…

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Texas Southern University Athletics

Lady Tigers Triumph with Stellar Defense to Secure Historic WNIT Victory - Texas Southern University Athletics

Houston, TX- In a thrilling game, the Lady Tigers secured a historic WNIT victory with a final score of 54-50.

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LA Tech Athletics

Lady Techsters to Host Texas Southern in WNIT - LA Tech Athletics

The Louisiana Tech women's basketball team will host Texas Southern in the second round of the WNIT on Monday, March 24. Tipoff inside the Thomas Assembly Center is set for 6:30 p.m. CT on ESPN+.

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