Silva Leads No. 15 TCU Women Past SE Louisiana 106-47 in Fort Worth

Dominant Home Performance

Clara Silva provided the offensive spark for the TCU Horned Frogs, scoring 20 points in a decisive 106-47 victory over the SE Louisiana Lady Lions on Thursday. The No. 15-ranked team played at home in Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, where 2,202 spectators witnessed a comprehensive win that extended their record to 5-0.

The Lady Lions, who traveled to Fort Worth, dropped to 1-2 in their season results.

Early Lead Established

The game was effectively decided in the first half, as TCU built a substantial cushion early on. The Horned Frogs outscored the visitors 26-5 in the opening quarter, with Silva and teammates connecting on multiple three-pointers and layups. By the end of the first half, TCU had extended their lead to 59-16, scoring 33 points in the second quarter alone.

SE Louisiana managed only 11 points during that period, struggling to find rhythm against the home defense.

Second Half Continuation

The momentum carried into the third quarter, where TCU added another 31 points to their total. The Lady Lions scored 19 points in the frame, but the gap remained insurmountable. Aliyah Collins led the visiting team with 14 points, while Eryn McKinzie contributed three assists.

Micah Cooper grabbed three rebounds for SE Louisiana, but the team could not close the significant deficit established earlier in the contest.

Final Records

In the final quarter, TCU scored 16 points while SE Louisiana added 12, sealing the final score at 106-47. Jadyn Wooten dished out 10 assists for the Horned Frogs, facilitating a balanced attack. Lara Somfai secured nine rebounds, providing a strong presence on the glass. The victory marks TCU’s fifth win of the season, while SE Louisiana’s record stands at one win and two losses.

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