Wednesday, January 24
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Texas Tech
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Photo by: Joe Buvid
Houston Falls on the Road Against Texas Tech
1/24/2024 8:02:00 PM | Women's Basketball
Cougars continue road swing Saturday at UCF
LUBBOCK, Texas – The University of Houston Women's Basketball program dropped a 66-48 decision against Texas Tech on Wednesday evening inside United Supermarkets Arena.
Houston (11-8, 2-6 Big 12) posted 11 steals compared to six for Texas Tech (15-6, 4-4 Big 12). The Cougars posted four 3-pointers and held the Lady Raiders to a season-low 18.8% from behind the arc (3-of-16).
Texas Tech's Jordyn Merritt led all scorers with a career-high 24 points, while senior guard Laila Blair scored 17 for the Cougars, her 17th game in double figures this season.
After a slow start from both teams, Blair opened the score with a layup. Graduate guard Britney Onyeje knocked down back-to-back 3-pointers to close out the first quarter as the Cougars trailed by six.
Texas Tech's Loghan Johnson posted six of her 15 points in the second quarter to expand the Lady Raiders' lead by 10. Graduate guard N'Yah Boyd knocked down a triple at the buzzer to cut Texas Tech's lead down, 33-26.
The Lady Raiders went on a 6-0 run to open the third quarter as freshman guard Kierra Merchant broke the run with a fast-break layup. As both teams exchanged points, Texas Tech took control of the game as Kilah Freelon scored for the 50-38 lead at the end of the third.
Houston opened the final frame as Blair scored two from the charity stripe to cut the deficit to 10, but an 11-2 Texas Tech run would seal the game for the Lady Raiders.
UP NEXT
The Cougars head to Orlando, Fla., to face UCF at 1 p.m., CT, Saturday inside Addition Financial Arena.
Houston returns to Fertitta Center for a two-game homestand as it welcomes Cincinnati at 7 p.m., Tuesday followed by a 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 4 match up against #13/15 Baylor.
TICKETS
Fans may purchase single-game tickets for all home games by clicking here. To purchase 2023-24 season tickets, click here. Fans may click here anytime or call 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) during regular business hours.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Women's Basketball by purchasing season tickets, supporting LinkingCoogs – UH's very own NIL collective, giving to Houston Rise, and by joining the Fast Break Club which provides support directly to Houston Women's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarWBB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarWBB or on the team's Instagram page at @UHCougarWBB.
Houston (11-8, 2-6 Big 12) posted 11 steals compared to six for Texas Tech (15-6, 4-4 Big 12). The Cougars posted four 3-pointers and held the Lady Raiders to a season-low 18.8% from behind the arc (3-of-16).
Texas Tech's Jordyn Merritt led all scorers with a career-high 24 points, while senior guard Laila Blair scored 17 for the Cougars, her 17th game in double figures this season.
After a slow start from both teams, Blair opened the score with a layup. Graduate guard Britney Onyeje knocked down back-to-back 3-pointers to close out the first quarter as the Cougars trailed by six.
Texas Tech's Loghan Johnson posted six of her 15 points in the second quarter to expand the Lady Raiders' lead by 10. Graduate guard N'Yah Boyd knocked down a triple at the buzzer to cut Texas Tech's lead down, 33-26.
The Lady Raiders went on a 6-0 run to open the third quarter as freshman guard Kierra Merchant broke the run with a fast-break layup. As both teams exchanged points, Texas Tech took control of the game as Kilah Freelon scored for the 50-38 lead at the end of the third.
Houston opened the final frame as Blair scored two from the charity stripe to cut the deficit to 10, but an 11-2 Texas Tech run would seal the game for the Lady Raiders.
UP NEXT
The Cougars head to Orlando, Fla., to face UCF at 1 p.m., CT, Saturday inside Addition Financial Arena.
Houston returns to Fertitta Center for a two-game homestand as it welcomes Cincinnati at 7 p.m., Tuesday followed by a 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 4 match up against #13/15 Baylor.
TICKETS
Fans may purchase single-game tickets for all home games by clicking here. To purchase 2023-24 season tickets, click here. Fans may click here anytime or call 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647) during regular business hours.
SUPPORT YOUR COOGS
Fans can make a direct impact on the success of Houston Women's Basketball by purchasing season tickets, supporting LinkingCoogs – UH's very own NIL collective, giving to Houston Rise, and by joining the Fast Break Club which provides support directly to Houston Women's Basketball for needs beyond its operating budget.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarWBB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarWBB or on the team's Instagram page at @UHCougarWBB.
– UHCougars.com –
Team Stats
UH
TTU
FG%
.302
.522
3FG%
.267
.188
FT%
.750
.789
RB
28
32
TO
20
16
STL
11
6
Game Leaders
Pts
17
FGM
6
3FGM
1
FTM
4
Pts
6
FGM
2
3FGM
2
FTM
0
Pts
5
FGM
2
3FGM
1
FTM
0
Pts
5
FGM
0
3FGM
0
FTM
5
Players Mentioned
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