Stephen F. Austin fell to Houston, 89-59, on the road, despite career milestones from Myka Perry and Faith Acker. Perry scored 17 points and surpassed 500 career points; Acker also had 17 points, reached 400 career rebounds and recorded a career-best three blocks at SFA. The Ladyjacks showed strength on the glass and in the paint, but 22 turnovers helped Houston pull away.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Houston 89, SFA 59.
  • Perry: 17 points, 7 rebounds, 3 steals; 508 career points.
  • Acker: 17 points on 8-for-11 shooting, 4 rebounds, 3 blocks; 400 career rebounds.
  • SFA: 38-36 edge in paint points, 40 rebounds and a season-high 15 offensive rebounds.
  • Houston scored 21 points off SFA’s 22 turnovers.
Yes, But

SFA’s rebounding and interior scoring kept the game within reach at times, including a third-quarter push that cut the deficit to nine. Houston answered with a 9-0 run to close that quarter and extended its advantage in the fourth.

What’s Next

SFA returns home to host Texas A&M–Texarkana on Nov. 17 at 6:30 p.m. CT.

Bottom Line

Perry and Acker delivered milestone performances, but Houston’s ability to turn SFA’s turnovers into points proved decisive. The Ladyjacks’ rebounding and paint production offer positives to build on as they return home.