CANYON, Texas – The #11 Lady Buffs of West Texas A&M shot 50% from the floor on Thursday night as they picked up a 65-50 Lone Star Conference road win against Texas A&M-Kingsville at the Steinke Center.
 
WT started strong with a quick 3-pointer by Kyla Kane, assisted by Claire Graham, setting the tone early. The team capitalized on turnovers and fast breaks, converting them into seven points, and shared the ball effectively with four assists in the quarter. Taylor Haggan contributed with a layup to keep Texas A&M-Kingsville at bay. Defensively, the Lady Buffs were effective, collecting nine defensive rebounds and limiting their opponent's opportunities. Randi Harding and Taytum Bell each added points from the free-throw line and fast breaks, extending the lead to 18-8.
 
The Lady Buffs began the second quarter with a strong defensive performance, highlighted by Henley West's block at 9:34, setting the tone for the visitors. Haggan's layup at 7:11, assisted by West, initiated a series of scoring drives that included a 6-0 run midway through the quarter. The visitors extended their control with a series of successful plays in the paint, including back-to-back layups from Graham and Haggan, pushing their lead further. The quarter closed with Zoey McBroom converting three free throws to solidify the Lady Buffs' position, concluding the quarter with a lead of 36-21.
 
WT opened the third quarter with effective scoring from inside the paint, as Kane and Haggan each contributed with key baskets. The team capitalized on turnovers, translating them into six points, and maintained defensive pressure, resulting in three steals. The quarter ended with the Lady Buffs extending their lead to 50-33.
 
The Lady Buffs secured a steady advantage in the fourth quarter with efficient shooting and crucial defensive plays. Graham opened the quarter with a jumper, extending the lead early. Bell added a fast break layup, capitalizing on a steal to widen the gap. Chloe Callahan's back-to-back 3-pointers, followed by Kenadee Winfrey's contributions, further solidified the lead. Despite a push from the Javelinas, highlighted by Caitlyn Benally's 3-pointer and layup, the Lady Buffs maintained control. Brooklyn Scurry capped the quarter with a layup, ensuring a comfortable margin. The game concluded with WT winning 65-60.
 
Haggan scored 16 points and recorded three steals while making 7 of 10 field goals. Winfrey contributed with four steals and added three assists. Bell tallied 11 points and secured three steals. Callahan scored seven points, including two 3-pointers.
 
The Lady Buffs close their regular season road schedule on Saturday with an LSC matchup against Texas A&M International with tipoff set for Noon in Laredo.