Can Sam Houston State Bearkats Ignite at Liberty Arena?
As the Sam Houston State Bearkats prepare to face off against the Liberty Lady Flames at Liberty Arena on February 17, fans are eager to see if the team can turn their recent performance trends into a victory on the road. The Bearkats have shown a pattern of strong starts and finishes in their games, with notable second-half surges that nearly tipped previous games in their favor.
In their last outing against Utah Valley Wolverines, despite falling short with a final score of 69-73, the Bearkats demonstrated resilience by pushing the game into overtime. They showcased an impressive free throw percentage of eighty-two percent and capitalized on turnovers with twenty-two points off them. However, they struggled from beyond the arc and within field goal range, converting only nineteen percent of three-point attempts and twenty-four percent overall.
The game prior saw them facing SMU Mustangs where they again exhibited tenacity but ultimately lost 64-69. Their ability to create opportunities from turnovers remained consistent as they scored twenty-four points from such instances. Yet again, shooting was an area for improvement as they made thirty percent of field goals and thirty-two percent from three-point territory.
Against Texas-Arlington Mavericks at home, while putting up sixty-five points to the Mavericks' seventy-six, it was evident that offensive rebounds were a strength for the Bearkats – grabbing fifteen compared to six by their opponents – which led to eighteen second-chance points.
The upcoming match presents an opportunity for Sam Houston State Bearkats to refine their shooting accuracy while continuing to exploit turnovers and maintain free throw efficiency. With these adjustments alongside sustained energy in rebounding battles and late-game execution, there's potential for a compelling contest at Liberty Arena.
Fans can catch this anticipated matchup live on February 17th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time as both teams vie for dominance on this competitive stage.