Can Cowgirls Bounce Back After Narrow Defeat at Cox Pavilion?

The Wyoming Cowgirls, with a record of 0-0, faced off against the UNLV Lady Rebels at Cox Pavilion in a closely contested game that ended with a score of 51-58. The Cowgirls displayed resilience throughout the match but ultimately fell short against their opponents.

The game started evenly with both teams scoring 15 points in the first quarter. However, as the match progressed, the Lady Rebels managed to gain a slight edge over the Cowgirls. Despite this setback, Wyoming's performance was marked by impressive two-point shooting accuracy of 64 percent and dominance in points scored within the paint totaling 36. Their efforts were bolstered by making 20 out of their 31 two-point attempts.

On defense, Wyoming managed to block four shots but couldn't secure any steals during the game. They also committed a total of twelve personal fouls and turned over possession eleven times which contributed to some challenges on court. The team's rebounding efforts were strong as they collected thirty rebounds overall including twenty-five defensive and three offensive rebounds.

One area where Wyoming struggled was from beyond the arc; they only converted two out of nineteen three-point attempts resulting in a low ten percent success rate from long range. Additionally, free throw opportunities were not fully capitalized on with only five successful shots from nine attempts equating to fifty-six percent completion.

In contrast, UNLV Lady Rebels showcased their ability to capitalize on turnovers scoring eleven points off turnovers compared to just two for Wyoming. They also had an advantage in fast break points and second chance points which helped them maintain their lead throughout most parts of the game.

As for individual performances, several players stood out but without specific player data provided it is difficult to highlight particular contributions or key moments that might have shifted momentum within this encounter.

Looking ahead after this tough loss at Cox Pavilion, fans can catch the next action-packed home game for Wyoming Cowgirls when they take on Nevada Wolf Pack at Arena-Auditorium located in Laramie WY on February 3rd at 1:00 PM local time (Mountain Time). This upcoming conference matchup will be available for fans to watch and support their team as they aim for victory once again.