Can Utah Utes' Overtime Triumph Over TCU Horned Frogs at Jon M. Huntsman Center Spark a Winning Streak?

The Utah Utes secured a hard-fought victory against the TCU Horned Frogs with an 87-77 win, bringing their season record to 1-0. The game, held at the Jon M. Huntsman Center, saw the Utes outlast their opponents in overtime after both teams were tied at the end of regulation.

First Quarter

The opening quarter set a competitive tone as both teams exchanged leads multiple times. The Utes managed to edge ahead with a narrow 21-22 lead over the Horned Frogs by capitalizing on fast break opportunities and solid defense.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, scoring slowed down for both sides. The Horned Frogs added 17 points while Utah managed only 13 points, resulting in a halftime score that favored TCU slightly.

Third Quarter

Utah came back strong in the third quarter with an impressive performance from Lani White who contributed significantly to their 18-point haul during this period. Her shooting accuracy was pivotal as she maintained her form from previous games.

Fourth Quarter

As tensions rose in the fourth quarter, Brooke Walker's leadership on court became evident through her strategic plays and timely assists which helped keep Utah within striking distance of TCU's lead.

Overtime

The overtime period was where Utah truly shined; they dominated by scoring an impressive 20 points compared to TCU's 10. Maty Wilke played a crucial role here with her defensive prowess and key steals that disrupted TCU’s rhythm.

This game marked another chapter in what promises to be an exciting season for fans following our post-game report on Utah Utes' journey so far this year! For those interested in more details about how these two teams clashed head-on last night – check out our full match report detailing every twist & turn along way!

Looking ahead: On January 7th at Allen Fieldhouse located Lawrence Kansas (USA), catch all action live via ESPN+ when they face off against Kansas Jayhawks scheduled start time being precisely set around evening hours local timezone! Don't miss chance witness next thrilling encounter unfold before your eyes – share article friends family today get everyone talking about latest developments surrounding beloved team known affectionately simply "Utes".