In an exhilarating display of athleticism and skill, Taylor Jones led the Texas Longhorns to a resounding 97-39 victory over Southern University. Her impressive performance on Wednesday night at their home ground in Austin, Texas, saw the Longhorns further cement their reputation in this NCAA basketball season.
Dominant performance from start to finish
The game was marked by a remarkable double-double from Jones, who scored 19 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, all within a succinct 23 minutes of play. Her contributions were pivotal in securing the No. 6 ranked Texas team’s ninth win in ten games.
Madison Booker and Kyla Oldacre were also in the limelight, contributing 17 and 16 points respectively to Texas’s tally. Meanwhile, Rori Harmon provided an astute playmaking ability, recording nine assists to keep the offensive momentum thriving throughout the match.
A challenging match for southern
Southern, struggling with their tough non-conference schedule, faced formidable opposition from a Texas team that fully exploited their size advantage. The Southern Jaguars, led by DeMya Porter’s 12 points, experienced a challenging night, shooting only 23.5% from the field and accumulating 18 turnovers.
The size and strength of the Longhorns proved too much for Southern, highlighting a disparity in points in the paint, which Texas overwhelmingly won 40-16. This effort was bolstered by the 28 more free throws they attempted compared to Southern.
Strategic team play by texas
A key moment that effectively extinguished any hopes Southern may have had came in the second quarter when Kyla Oldacre delivered a fast-break layup after a remarkable steal. Her eight points in just four minutes were crucial in extending Texas’s lead to 46-24 by halftime—a lead they amplified as the game progressed.
In addition to Jones’s individual prowess, the synergy among the Texas players was notable. The trio of Jones, Oldacre, and Booker combined seamlessly to convert 18 of 21 shots, with an impressive accuracy helping the Longhorns maintain control throughout.
Looking ahead
Texas now looks forward to their next game against Richmond on Sunday, continuing their pursuit of dominance this season. Their performance against Southern leaves fans and commentators eager to see how far Jones will carry the Longhorns in upcoming fixtures. Southern, on the other hand, will seek redemption and growth as they host Jarvis Christian.
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