The Midwestern State women’s basketball team visited Texas Women’s University Saturday and encountered a 59-54 loss to the Pioneers.
After falling to Tarleton State, the Lady Mustangs were looking to bounce back but the Pioneers denied them the opportunity.
MSU didn’t have a good game from the onset, trailing by ten points at the break and up to 14 in the second half. In spite of that, three Lady Mustangs were able to get consolatory high scores on the board.
Jazman Patterson got a career-high 17 points as well as nine rebounds to take plaudits for a terrific game and lead the Lady Mustangs’ scoring.
“That was a very good feeling,” said Patterson. “I had my family supporting me so I really wanted to show them some of my skills.”
Savannah Carver marked 15 points coupled with three rebounds while Cierra Thompson made 12 points and five rebounds.
“I was proud of Jaz and her offensive presence,” said Head Women’s Basketball Coach Noel Johnson. “Savannah had a good offensive game and created shots.”
The Pioneers, on the other hand, got 17 points and six rebounds from Jessica Hanna. TWU also got great contributions from Crystal Atwood, who slotted 12 points, and Brittney Nuzum, who sent in ten points.
Kirsti Degelia put in seven points while Andrea Carter tallied three to complete the Lady Mustangs’ score of 54.
“When you go on the road you have to take chances,” said Johnson. “That was the big difference in Saturday’s game.”
The Pioneers finished the game with a pair of free throws from Toree Mason, who scored five points against MSU. TWU was able to muster five out of eight free throws in the last 29 seconds of the game.
“Last week was rough,” said Patterson. “We had our first two-streak loss since a couple months.”
Patterson believes the team is ready to get back in action.
“We had a really good practice on Monday,” she added. “I think we are back on track to beat West Texas and get that second place spot.”
Midwestern State will travel to West Texas A&M this Wednesday for another Lone Star Conference game. Tipoff is set for 6 p.m.
