Did Syracuse Orange's Defensive Wall at Moody Coliseum Halt the SMU Mustangs' Charge?

The Syracuse Orange emerged victorious against the SMU Mustangs with a final score of 78-69, improving their record to 1-0. The Mustangs, on the other hand, now stand at 0-1 after this encounter.

First Quarter

The game kicked off with a strong start from the Orange, who dominated early and secured a commanding lead by scoring 25 points in the first quarter. Their defense was particularly effective, limiting the Ponies to just 9 points. Uche Izoje's presence was felt as she contributed significantly with her defensive prowess.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, both teams struggled to find their rhythm offensively. The Orange managed to add another 14 points to their tally while maintaining pressure on defense. The Mustangs attempted to close the gap but were held back by Syracuse's solid defensive setup.

Third Quarter

As play resumed after halftime, both teams found more success in offense. The Orange scored an additional 20 points in this period thanks in part to Sophie Burrows' impressive performance on court. Meanwhile, SMU matched them point for point but still trailed behind due to their earlier deficit.

Fourth Quarter

The final quarter saw an aggressive push from SMU as they tried desperately for a comeback by scoring 25 points; however it wasn't enough against Syracuse’s consistent gameplay which added another 19 points sealing their victory at Moody Coliseum.

Syracuse’s defensive strategy played a crucial role throughout this matchup - highlighted by Izoje’s remarkable contribution of eight blocks that stifled many Mustang attempts near basket range - proving instrumental towards securing win despite late-game surge from opponents.

For those interested in detailed insights into player performances during this match-up can refer "Syracuse Orange post-match stats" available online providing comprehensive breakdowns including individual contributions across various metrics such as rebounds or assists among others!

Looking ahead: Fans should mark calendars for next home game where they'll face Colgate Raiders scheduled December tenth starting seven PM Eastern Time broadcasted live via ACC Network Extra direct from JMA Wireless Dome located within city limits here itself! Don’t miss out catching all action unfold right before eyes either through screens or live attendance if possible!

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