Schollmaier Arena Showdown: Oklahoma Sooners vs TCU Horned Frogs
As the Oklahoma Sooners prepare to face off against the TCU Horned Frogs at Schollmaier Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Sooners have been on a commendable run, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess on the court. With recent victories under their belt, including a notable win against the Kansas Jayhawks with a score of 80-74 on January 14th at Lloyd Noble Center, there's an air of confidence surrounding the team.
The Sooners' performance against the Jayhawks was particularly impressive in terms of ball distribution and playmaking. Racking up 21 assists is no small feat and speaks volumes about their ability to work as a cohesive unit. Despite shooting only 33 percent from the field and 26 percent from beyond the arc, they managed to secure crucial rebounds – both offensive and defensive – totaling an impressive count of 58.
In contrast, when looking at TCU's recent outings, it's clear that they will not be pushovers in this matchup. Their home advantage at Schollmaier Arena could play a significant role in setting the tone for this game. However, OKLA has demonstrated time and again that they can maintain composure under pressure; evident during their nail-biting encounter with Iowa State Cyclones where they emerged victorious with an 82-79 scoreline on January 8th.
The key for OKLA will be to capitalize on their fast-break opportunities while tightening up their field goal percentage which stood at just over one-third successful attempts in previous games. The team should also aim to replicate or exceed its average assist-to-turnover ratio which was notably higher than that of its opponents in past games.
Another aspect worth noting is OKLA's ability to spread out scoring across quarters as seen during their clash with Texas Tech Lady Raiders where they scored consistently high throughout all four quarters leading them to an exciting victory of 89-79 on January 12th.
Looking ahead towards this upcoming game scheduled for January 19th at Schollmaier Arena starting at 6:30 PM CST (7:30 PM EST), fans can expect another thrilling encounter as OKLA seeks to continue its winning streak against TCU Horned Frogs who will undoubtedly put up a strong fight before their home crowd.
Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into ESPN+ for live coverage of what promises to be another exhilarating chapter in women’s college basketball.