Paul Quinn Falls to Texas A&M-San Antonio in Competitive Matchup
January 2, 2025, Dallas, TX – Paul Quinn College (6-8, 5-6) fought hard against Texas A&M University-San Antonio (11-4, 8-3) at the Health & Wellness Center but came up short in a tightly contested game, losing 75-64. The matchup was a testament to grit and determination, with both teams displaying moments of brilliance. Ultimately, Texas A&M-San Antonio's ability to capitalize on turnovers and execute in critical moments secured their victory.
Game Overview
The game started evenly, with Texas A&M-San Antonio holding a narrow 18-17 lead after the first quarter. Both teams maintained an even pace, entering halftime tied at 34. However, Texas A&M-San Antonio's surge in the fourth quarter, where they outscored Paul Quinn 23-14, proved decisive.
Paul Quinn struggled with turnovers throughout the game, committing 34, which the visitors converted into 31 points. Despite dominating the boards with 51 rebounds to Texas A&M's 36 and strong contributions from their bench (31 points), the Tigers couldn't overcome their mistakes.
Key Performers
Texas A&M-San Antonio
- Natalia Trevino: Starred for the Jaguars with 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 steals, shooting an efficient 9-of-14 from the field.
- Evelyn Lorenzo: Contributed 16 points and showcased excellent court vision with 7 assists and 4 steals.
- Maya Simon: Balanced effort with 14 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals.
Texas A&M-San Antonio's ability to force turnovers and capitalize on fast breaks (18 points) was pivotal in their victory.
Paul Quinn College
- Canai McPherson: Led the Tigers with 22 points, including 2-of-8 from beyond the arc, while grabbing 6 rebounds and recording 2 steals.
- Zaire Brown: Dominated the paint, tallying 9 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 assists.
- Alura Lofton: Added 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals in a determined effort.
Despite their strong rebounding performance and a significant bench contribution, the Tigers' inconsistent shooting from the free-throw line (55.2%) and turnovers hindered their ability to close the gap.
Team Statistics
Shooting
- Paul Quinn: 37.9% FG, 26.7% 3PT, 55.2% FT
- Texas A&M-San Antonio: 38.8% FG, 21.4% 3PT, 68.0% FT
Points in the Paint
- Paul Quinn: 36
- Texas A&M-San Antonio: 30
Turnovers
- Paul Quinn: 34 (resulting in 31 opponent points)
- Texas A&M-San Antonio: 20 (resulting in 17 opponent points)
Takeaways
Paul Quinn showed resilience and an ability to dominate the boards, out-rebounding Texas A&M-San Antonio 51-36. However, their struggle to protect the ball proved costly. Head Coach [Name] emphasized the need to limit turnovers moving forward to maximize the team's potential.
For Texas A&M-San Antonio, the victory solidifies their strong season and highlights their ability to pressure opponents into mistakes.
Looking Ahead
Paul Quinn will aim to bounce back in their next matchup, focusing on tightening their ball-handling and free-throw shooting. Texas A&M-San Antonio continues their impressive campaign, seeking to maintain their momentum in conference play.
Both teams displayed the competitive spirit that makes this season an exciting one to watch, leaving fans eager for the next clash.