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Paul Quinn Falls Short Against Huston-Tillotson in Hard-Fought Battle, 78-71

Austin, TX – January 11, 2025 – The Paul Quinn Tigers (8-9, 7-7 RRAC) put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell to Huston-Tillotson (8-7, 7-5 RRAC) in a 78-71 loss at the Branch Gymnasium. Despite a strong fourth-quarter surge, the Tigers couldn’t overcome a sluggish first half, allowing the Rams to secure the home victory.

Paul Quinn Falls Short Against Huston-Tillotson in Hard-Fought Battle, 78-71
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January 11, 2025

Slow Start Costs Paul Quinn

The game started in Huston-Tillotson's favor, as the Rams jumped out to an 18-10 lead in the first quarter and extended it to 45-28 by halftime. Paul Quinn struggled offensively in the opening half, shooting just 30.8% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range.

Paul Quinn's Comeback Attempt

The Tigers came alive in the second half, outscoring the Rams 15-10 in the third quarter and exploding for 28 points in the fourth. However, their comeback attempt fell just short as Huston-Tillotson made key free throws down the stretch to seal the win.

Cierra Taylor led the charge for Paul Quinn, who delivered an impressive 20-point performance, going 7-for-8 from the free-throw line while also dishing out four assists. Kayla Webster contributed 16 points, and Canai McPherson added 11, though she struggled from the field (3-for-14).

Adrianna Belton significantly impacted the boards, securing 11 rebounds to go with her 9 points, while Zaire Brown chipped in 4 points but found herself in foul trouble with five personal fouls.

Huston-Tillotson's Balanced Attack

For the Rams, Wilashia Burleson was dominant inside, posting a game-high 24 points and 12 rebounds, shooting an efficient 8-for-13 from the field. Aliyah Carter added 19 points, while Destiny Stanford finished with 11.

The Rams controlled the glass, outrebounding Paul Quinn 47-29, which proved decisive. Their ability to generate second-chance opportunities and capitalize at the free-throw line (21-for-34) helped maintain their lead.

Key Moments

  • Huston-Tillotson's early dominance: The Rams shot 58.1% in the first half, compared to Paul Quinn's 30.8%, allowing them to build a comfortable lead.
  • Paul Quinn's fourth-quarter rally: The Tigers scored 28 points in the final frame, cutting the deficit significantly before ultimately running out of time.
  • Turnover struggles: Paul Quinn committed 19 turnovers, which led to 12 points for Huston-Tillotson.

Looking Ahead

Paul Quinn will look to bounce back in their next matchup as they continue their conference play, while Huston-Tillotson builds on this win to improve their standing in the RRAC.