Clash at Bernard Johnson Coliseum: Sam Houston State Bearkats vs Florida A&M Lady Rattlers
As the Sam Houston State Bearkats prepare to host the Florida A&M Lady Rattlers at Bernard Johnson Coliseum, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying matchup. The Bearkats, coming off a tough loss against the Roadrunners on November 25th where they scored 56 points, are looking to bounce back and demonstrate their resilience on their home court.
The previous encounter saw SHSU struggle from the field with a shooting percentage of just 25 percent and a particularly challenging three-point completion rate of 17 percent. Despite these challenges, they showed tenacity in defense by racking up 12 steals and maintaining a decent free-throw percentage of 69 percent. However, it was not enough to secure victory as they fell seven points short.
In contrast, when SHSU faced Schreiner Mountaineers on November 18th at home, they delivered an overwhelming performance with a commanding scoreline of 96-43. Their field goal percentage was an impressive 51 percent that night and their two-point shooting was even more remarkable at nearly 56 percent. The team's aggressive play resulted in them scoring an astonishing number of points off turnovers (39) and dominating in points in paint (64), showcasing their ability to capitalize on fast-break opportunities.
The Bearkats' inconsistency is something that needs addressing if they wish to overcome the Lady Rattlers. While their defensive prowess is evident through steals and forced turnovers, it's clear that offensive consistency will be key for SHSU moving forward.
On the other side of the court stands FAMU who will enter Bernard Johnson Coliseum as worthy adversaries. They bring their own set of skills and strategies which could pose significant challenges for SHSU; however specific statistics from recent games were not provided for analysis.
Looking ahead to December 1st at Bernard Johnson Coliseum where tip-off is scheduled for noon local time (5:00 PM GMT), fans should expect SHSU to leverage their home advantage fully. With no broadcast networks listed for coverage, supporters are encouraged to come out in force and witness what promises to be a thrilling game firsthand as both teams vie for victory on this early winter day.