January 13, 2025 – Austin, TX
The Lady Mustangs secured an impressive 75-59 win over Huston-Tillotson at the Branch Gymnasium in Austin, Texas. The Lady Mustangs showcased efficient shooting, dominant rebounding, and a balanced attack to improve their record to 9-9 on the season.
First Half: Lady Mustangs Set the Tone
The Lady Mustangs surged to an early lead, outscoring Huston-Tillotson 21-8 in the first quarter. Briana Montoya's sharpshooting, including five three-pointers in the first half, powered the Lady Mustangs to a commanding 42-24 lead by halftime. Montoya finished the half with 17 points, while the team shot 53.1% from the field.
Second Half: Maintaining Control
The Lady Mustangs maintained their composure in the second half, responding to Huston-Tillotson's attempts at a comeback. Southwest's defensive efforts held the opposition to just 26.8% shooting from the field for the game. Milinda Arguellez led the charge in the final quarters, scoring 11 points in the second half, while the team's bench provided a crucial 21 points.
Key Performances
- Briana Montoya: A standout performance with 22 points and six three-pointers. She also grabbed nine rebounds.
- Milinda Arguellez: Contributed 18 points, including 7-of-8 from the free-throw line, and added four assists.
- Beverly Bradley: Dominated the glass with 10 rebounds and chipped in 8 points.
Team Highlights
- Field Goal Efficiency: The Lady Mustangs shot an impressive 50.0% (27-54) from the field compared to Huston-Tillotson's 26.8%.
- Rebounding Dominance: Southwest out-rebounded Huston-Tillotson 44-40, with 35 defensive boards.
- Three-Point Shooting: Southwest converted 37.5% (9-24) of their attempts from beyond the arc.
Key Moments
The Lady Mustangs' defense and Montoya's early three-point barrage created a comfortable cushion. Despite a spirited effort by Huston-Tillotson's Destiny Stanford (12 points) and Wilashia Burleson (14 points), Southwest's depth and team play proved too much for the opposition.
