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Atlanta, Georgia - The Lady Tigers had a physical start in the first quarter, with Harris making her presence known in the paint. Texas Southern led 17-15. They showed resilience and determination despite tough competition from Alcorn State. Anela Thomas and Deivejon Harris led the team with key layups and defensive rebounds. While turnovers and missed shots challenged their momentum, their defense held strong with significant contributions from Tiana Mathis and Daeja Holmes. Jaida Belton fought hard with multiple offensive rebounds followed by put backs that counted.
In the second quarter, Jaida Belton went all in with a steal and scored crucial points. Daeja Holmes started with making free throws, and Belton contributed key layups. The team faced challenges with turnovers and missed shots, but they managed to keep the game competitive through solid defensive plays by Deivejon Harris and Aylasia Fantroy. Courtlyn Loudermill and Anela Thomas also made significant contributions with rebounds and assists. Despite the tough competition from Alcorn State, Texas Southern's tenacity and teamwork were evident, showcasing their determination to stay in the game.
TSU trailed at the half, 25-34. In the second half, the Lady Tigers fought hard, almost falling behind by as much as 20 points.
In the third quarter, Texas Southern began with a spark ignited when Daeja Holmes hit a three-pointer and got fouled, making it a four-point play when she hit the free throw. This play cut the lead down to 12 points by the end of the third quarter, 43-55. Deivejon Harris and Jaida Belton secured key defensive rebounds and made important layups, showcasing their offensive and defensive skills. Anela Thomas contributed with a crucial steal and offensive rebound, keeping the pressure on Alcorn State. Despite some turnovers and missed shots, Texas Southern's defense remained strong with multiple defensive rebounds from Aylasia Fantroy and Daeja Holmes. They fought hard with offensive rebounds but faced challenges with blocked shots from Alcorn State.
In the final quarter, Texas Southern continued to fight hard. Aylasia Fantroy started the quarter strong with a good layup and a crucial steal. Despite turnovers and missed shots, the Lady Tigers showed resilience with key defensive rebounds from Deivejon Harris and Courtlyn Loudermill. Jaida Belton and Deivejon Harris made crucial offensive rebounds, although they faced challenges with blocked shots from Alcorn State.
Alcorn State made a hook shot, adding pressure on Texas Southern. Deivejon Harris continued to contribute with a made free throw and a good jumper, maintaining the team's offensive efforts. Aylasia Fantroy and Courtlyn Loudermill secured significant defensive rebounds, keeping Texas Southern in the game.
Throughout the quarter, Jaida Belton showed her defensive prowess with a block, while Courtlyn Loudermill made a free throw to add to the score. The team faced turnovers but kept their defensive pressure on Alcorn State. Daeja Holmes contributed by making free throws and closing the score gap. Deivejon Harris led with 10 points and 7 rebounds, Aylasia Fantroy added 10 points and 7 rebounds, Jaida Belton contributed with 16 points and 9 rebounds, and Daeja Holmes closed with 9 points and 6 rebounds.
Texas Southern's determination and teamwork were evident in this intense final quarter. They continued to push hard but were unable to overcome the Braves.
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