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Can the Texas Longhorns Dominate at Schollmaier Arena Against TCU Horned Frogs?

The Texas Longhorns are gearing up for a pivotal showdown against the TCU Horned Frogs at Schollmaier Arena. The anticipation is palpable, and fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward the momentum from their recent performances.


Dec 3, 2023; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Rori Harmon (3) directs teammates during the women s basketball game against the University of Connecticut at the Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron E. Martinez-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game on December 21, the Longhorns displayed an offensive masterclass against the Vaqueros with a commanding 104-51 victory. Their scoring was consistent across all quarters, and they shot an impressive 55 percent from the field. Notably, they also excelled beyond the arc with a stunning three-point percentage of 69. This kind of shooting efficiency could spell trouble for any defense.


The defensive prowess of TEX was equally noteworthy; they racked up 11 steals and capitalized on turnovers by scoring 35 points off them. With such a high assists turnover ratio of 2.9, it's clear that ball security and distribution are strengths for this team.


Comparing these stats to their upcoming opponents', it's evident that TEX has an edge in several key areas. In contrast to TCU's performance in past games, which has not been disclosed here but can be inferred as less dominant based on rankings and general expectations around college basketball circles, TEX seems poised to take control early in Fort Worth.


However, basketball is not played on paper or past glories; it’s won on the court where anything can happen—especially in rivalry games like this one against TCU Horned Frogs.


Looking back at another recent game on December 14 against Arizona Wildcats where TEX emerged victorious with an 88-75 scoreline despite being tied four times and experiencing lead changes shows resilience under pressure—a trait that will serve them well as guests at Schollmaier Arena.


One area of concern might be turnovers; during their game against Long Beach State Beach on December 7 where they triumphed with a score of 106-62, TEX had committed a total of 21 turnovers despite winning comfortably. This aspect could provide TCU some hope if they manage to exploit any lapses in concentration from TEX players.


As we approach game day scheduled for February 10th at Schollmaier Arena tipping off at precisely ten o'clock PM Eastern Time (ET), fans should mark their calendars for what promises to be an enthralling encounter between two competitive teams looking to assert dominance in conference play.


Longhorn supporters who cannot make it to Fort Worth can catch all the action live as it unfolds by tuning into local broadcasts or streaming services offering coverage of college sports events—ensuring no one misses out on what could potentially be another showcase event for Texas Longhorns' basketball program.

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