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Oklahoma State
Women's Basketball Earns First Big 12 Road Win in Program History
2/17/2024 7:45:00 PM | Women's Basketball
Graduate guard N’Yah Boyd leads Houston with 14 points, eight rebounds and seven assists
STILLWATER, Okla. – The University of Houston Women's Basketball program picked up its first Big 12 Conference road victory as it defeated Oklahoma State, 65-57, inside Gallagher-Iba Arena on Saturday afternoon.
Houston (13-12, 4-10 Big 12) proved why it leads the conference in bench points as it outscored Oklahoma State's bench, 37-8. Graduate guard N'Yah Boyd recorded 14 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and zero turnovers, while redshirt senior Shalexxus Aaron (4-of-8) and graduate guard Britney Onyeje (3-of-8) recorded seven of the Cougars' 11 3-pointers coming off the bench.
Oklahoma State (12-13, 3-9 Big 12) took an early 11-2 lead in the first frame, but an 8-0 Houston run cut the deficit down to two. A pair of free throws and a late driving layup by Stailee Heard extended Oklahoma State's lead, 15-11.
An early 3-pointer by Aaron in the second cut the Cowgirls' lead to one, but Oklahoma State quickly answered to extend its lead by as many as eight. Both teams battled it out in the final minutes, leaving the Cougars and Cowgirls squared at 26 to end the half.
The third quarter continued to be a battle for both teams, but a three-point play by Boyd with 1:12 remaining gave Houston a lead they would not relinquish.
Houston gained some separation in the fourth quarter as it went 4-of-8 from the three-point line. Senior guard Laila Blair led the charge with two 3-pointers, while junior forward Maliyah Johnson and Boyd recorded one each to seal the road victory for the Cougars.
UP NEXT
Houston returns to Fertitta Center as it hosts Iowa State at 7 p.m., Wednesday for its Black History Month celebration.
The Cougars then head north to face TCU at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth at 6 p.m., Saturday.
TICKETS
Fans may purchase single-game tickets for all home games by clicking here anytime or may 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 (13-12, 4-10 Big 12) proved why it leads the conference in bench points as it outscored Oklahoma State's bench, 37-8. Graduate guard N'Yah Boyd recorded 14 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and zero turnovers, while redshirt senior Shalexxus Aaron (4-of-8) and graduate guard Britney Onyeje (3-of-8) recorded seven of the Cougars' 11 3-pointers coming off the bench.
Oklahoma State (12-13, 3-9 Big 12) took an early 11-2 lead in the first frame, but an 8-0 Houston run cut the deficit down to two. A pair of free throws and a late driving layup by Stailee Heard extended Oklahoma State's lead, 15-11.
An early 3-pointer by Aaron in the second cut the Cowgirls' lead to one, but Oklahoma State quickly answered to extend its lead by as many as eight. Both teams battled it out in the final minutes, leaving the Cougars and Cowgirls squared at 26 to end the half.
The third quarter continued to be a battle for both teams, but a three-point play by Boyd with 1:12 remaining gave Houston a lead they would not relinquish.
Houston gained some separation in the fourth quarter as it went 4-of-8 from the three-point line. Senior guard Laila Blair led the charge with two 3-pointers, while junior forward Maliyah Johnson and Boyd recorded one each to seal the road victory for the Cougars.
UP NEXT
Houston returns to Fertitta Center as it hosts Iowa State at 7 p.m., Wednesday for its Black History Month celebration.
The Cougars then head north to face TCU at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth at 6 p.m., Saturday.
TICKETS
Fans may purchase single-game tickets for all home games by clicking here anytime or may 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 –
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