CANYON, Texas – West Texas A&M remained unbeaten in league action while running their win streak to 19 games on Thursday night with a 70-51 Lone Star Conference victory over the UT Tyler Patriots at the First United Bank Center in Canyon.
 
WT initiated the first quarter with an assertive start, scoring efficiently in the paint, notably through Taylor Haggan's early layup and jumper. The team maintained momentum by converting three 3-pointers, with Claire Graham and Henley West contributing significantly from beyond the arc. Defensive rebounds helped limit UT Tyler's opportunities, allowing the Lady Buffs to capitalize on turnovers to generate seven points from turnovers.
 
Despite UT Tyler's attempts to keep pace, including a fast-break 3-pointer from Hayley Cumming, the Lady Buffs' bench provided crucial support with seven points, helping to sustain their lead. By the end of the quarter, WT led 22-14, closing on a high note with Henley West's tip-in extending the advantage.
 
WT started the second quarter with a strong defensive stance, forcing several turnovers and capitalizing with fast breaks to regain momentum. Claire Graham hit a crucial 3-pointer at 7:47, assisted by Randi Harding, which helped the Lady Buffs stay ahead after UT Tyler briefly closed the gap.
 
As the quarter progressed, WT maintained control with effective scoring in the paint, highlighted by Kyla Kane's jumper at 3:46. The team finished the quarter on a high note with a layup by Henley West in the final seconds, extending the lead to 40-26.
 
WT began the third quarter maintaining control with Taylor Haggan scoring early with a jumper in the paint at 9:08. Haggan continued to contribute significantly by adding another layup on a fast break at 7:45, assisted by Kyla Kane, keeping the momentum in favor of the Lady Buffs.
 
Despite UT Tyler's efforts, including a 3-pointer by Hayley Cumming at 3:51, the Lady Buffs responded effectively. Randi Harding answered with a 3-pointer at 4:44, followed shortly by Henley West's 3-pointer at 4:07, extending their lead. Claire Graham and Taytum Bell contributed by assisting these key plays.
 
WT opened the fourth quarter with a strong offensive push, highlighted by Claire Graham's jumper, setting the tone early. The home team capitalized on their opportunities in the paint, scoring 12 points, while limiting UT Tyler's attempts to chip away at the lead.
 
Taylor Haggan contributed with a layup, maintaining momentum for the Lady Buffs. Despite turnovers, the home team controlled the boards with 10 total rebounds, allowing them to extend their advantage. Henley West's tip-in and subsequent layup at 3:36 solidified the lead, pushing the score further in favor of the Lady Buffs.
 
As the quarter progressed, the home team continued to expand their lead, with Brooklyn Scurry adding a fast-break layup. Hollie Stalder's free throw in the final minute sealed the quarter, concluding with the Lady Buffs firmly ahead at 70-51 at the final whistle.
 
Claire Graham scored 18 points, including three 3-pointers, and added four assists. Henley West finished with 18 points and collected 11 rebounds, contributing significantly on both ends of the court. Taylor Haggan posted 13 points and grabbed five rebounds while shooting efficiently, converting 6 of 8 field goal attempts. Karley Motschenbacher added defensive intensity with three steals and also recorded five rebounds.
 
The Lady Buffs host the #3 Pioneers of Texas Woman's on Saturday afternoon in a battle atop of the LSC with tipoff set for 1:00 p.m. in Canyon.