University of Houston Women’s Basketball Senior Night Thriller Ends with Victory Over UCF
In a thrilling Senior Night victory, graduate guard N'Yah Boyd's 3-pointer secured a 68-67 win for the University of Houston Women's Basketball team against UCF at Fertitta Center, with guards Shalexxus Aaron and Laila Blair scoring 15 points each.
The Big PictureThe University of Houston Women's Basketball team clinched a crucial victory against UCF in a tight game, showcasing the skills of key players on Senior Night.
By the Numbers- Houston's record: 14-15, 5-13 Big 12
- UCF's record: 12-16, 3-15 Big 12
- Kaitlin Peterson led UCF in scoring with 34 points
- A back-and-forth battle initially, Houston took the lead with a 9-0 run
- Houston dominated defensively in the second quarter, ending with a 33-27 lead at halftime
- UCF made a late push in the final quarter, with Peterson scoring 11 of her 17 points
Houston now awaits final seeding arrangements for the Phillips 66 Big 12 Women's Basketball Championship in Kansas City, Mo., starting on March 7.
Bottom LineWith a dramatic win over UCF, the University of Houston Women's Basketball team advances to the next stage, gearing up for the championship tournament as they await seeding details.
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