CANYON, Texas – The #11 Lady Buffs of West Texas A&M outscored Texas A&M International 36-21 in the second half on Saturday afternoon on their way to a 74-54 Lone Star Conference road victory over the Dustdevils in Laredo, Texas.
 
WT opened the first quarter with effective inside play, highlighted by layups from Taytum Bell and Taylor Haggan to establish an early lead. The team capitalized on fast breaks and maintained pressure with a strong defensive showing, recording three blocks and limiting TAMIU's second-chance opportunities.
 
Despite turnovers, the Lady Buffs managed to keep pace through efficient shooting, including a fast-break jumper by Randi Harding. The quarter concluded with a pivotal 3-pointer from Chloe Callahan, assisted by Harding, leveling the score at 16-16 as the buzzer sounded.
 
The Lady Buffs began the second quarter with a strong defensive effort, highlighted by Chloe Callahan's block and subsequent deadball rebound. This momentum was carried into offense with Taytum Bell's tip-in and Randi Harding's layup, extending the early lead. 
 
The team maintained their advantage with a quick transition play, as Abbi Holder scored a fast-break layup assisted by Claire Graham. Despite International's attempts to close the gap, including a three-pointer by Carmen Morcillo, the Lady Buffs responded with Kyla Kane's three-pointer to regain the lead.
 
As the quarter progressed, the Lady Buffs continued to capitalize on defensive stops, with Henley West contributing a block and defensive rebound, leading to another successful three-pointer by Kane. By the end of the quarter, Kenadee Winfrey's three-pointer, assisted by Graham, secured a 38-33 lead for the Lady Buffs heading into halftime.
 
The Lady Buffs seized control in the third quarter, fueled by a series of fast break points and solid defense. Taylor Haggan's layup, assisted by Randi Harding, set the tone early, extending the lead. Kyla Kane added to the momentum with a fast-break layup, followed by Claire Graham's layup, keeping the pressure on the Dustdevils.
 
Defense played a critical role as the Lady Buffs recorded four blocks and limited TAMIU to just three field goals in the quarter. Randi Harding's three-pointer and free throws further bolstered the lead. The quarter concluded with the Lady Buffs holding a 57-45 advantage, enhancing their lead by seven points.
 
The Lady Buffs began the fourth quarter with a strong defensive performance, forcing multiple turnovers and capitalizing on Tex. A&M Int'l's mistakes. Randi Harding's early three-pointer and Claire Graham's fast-break layup set the tone, as the Lady Buffs extended their lead. 
 
The visiting team continued to press offensively, with Taylor Haggan and Henley West contributing key assists and points in the paint. The Buffs maintained their advantage throughout the quarter, closing with a 17-9 quarter score. The game concluded with the Lady Buffs securing a decisive victory, 74-54.
 
Randi Harding scored 17 points and recorded eight assists, leading the team's efforts. Kyla Kane added 13 points, including three 3-pointers, and collected two steals. Henley West contributed defensively with eight blocks and grabbed five rebounds. Taytum Bell tallied six steals and added four points to the scoreboard.
 
The Lady Buffs return to the First United Bank Center on Thursday night as they host the Angelo State Rambelles in LSC action starting at 5:30 p.m.