UTEP Miners Overcome Lady Techsters at Don Haskins Center
In a closely contested conference game, the University of Texas at El Paso Miners emerged victorious over the Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters with a final score of 72-66. The UTEP Miners now hold an even record, while the Lady Techsters fall behind in their season tally.
The game held at Don Haskins Center saw the UTEP Miners start off trailing in the first quarter with 16 points to Louisiana Tech's 21. However, they bounced back in the second quarter by outscoring their opponents with 20 points to just 12 from Louisiana Tech. This momentum shift was crucial as it set up a strong foundation for the rest of the match.
The third quarter witnessed a continued effort from UTEP as they managed to add another 17 points against Louisiana Tech's 11, further solidifying their lead. In what was a nail-biting final quarter, both teams ramped up their offensive efforts. The Miners scored an additional 19 points while Louisiana Tech fought hard and put up their highest quarterly score of the game with 22 points.
Key players for UTEP included Katia Gallegos who led her team with an impressive performance on both ends of the court. She contributed significantly to her team's total score and played an integral role in securing rebounds and assists throughout the game.
On defense, UTEP showed resilience by limiting scoring opportunities for Louisiana Tech and forcing turnovers that translated into critical points during counterattacks. Their defensive discipline was evident as they managed to maintain a lead despite facing intense pressure towards the end of regulation time.
Louisiana Tech displayed commendable determination throughout all four quarters but ultimately fell short against a well-organized UTEP side that capitalized on key moments during this home encounter.
Fans can look forward to seeing if UTEP can carry this winning momentum into their next matchup against UTSA Roadrunners at UTSA Convocation Center located in San Antonio, TX (zip code:78249). This upcoming contest is scheduled for January 11th at 7:00 PM Central Time and will be hosted by UTSA Roadrunners on their home court. While there are no broadcast networks announced yet for this event, fans should stay tuned for updates regarding where they can watch this anticipated game unfold live.