Our Lady of the Lake University delivered a composed and disciplined performance to secure a 73–61 victory over Southwest, powered by efficient shooting, strong rebounding, and balanced contributions across the roster.
Zariah Todd set the tone early for the Saints, showcasing her efficiency from the field. She finished with 19 points on 6-of-9 shooting, including four three-pointers, and added four rebounds. Her perimeter accuracy helped OLLU establish momentum in a game where every offensive rhythm mattered.
Shayla Dede complemented Todd’s output with a versatile, steady performance. She recorded 16 points, eight rebounds, and four assists, controlling the pace and consistently creating opportunities for her teammates. Inside, Alexandra Westerdijk Martin was a dominant presence, securing a game-high 16 rebounds to go with 12 points. Her work on the offensive glass, six boards, provided critical second-chance scoring that helped OLLU maintain separation as the game progressed.
Isabella Jaramillo added nine points and six assists, contributing both as a scorer and facilitator, while the Saints’ bench offered timely support. Amya Miller-Singleton gave OLLU an efficient spark with 10 points in nine minutes, converting five of her six attempts. Evangeline Hernandez added four points and a steal in 20 minutes, reinforcing the defensive effort. Southwest shot 37.7 percent from the field and just 16.7 percent from three-point range, struggling to match OLLU’s offensive balance.
The Saints, meanwhile, shot 41.4 percent from the floor and 78.3 percent from the free-throw line, maximizing their opportunities and limiting mistakes with only 10 turnovers compared to Southwest’s 15. Their defensive effort held Southwest to a single three-pointer, while OLLU connected on seven from long range.
With strong execution on both ends and contributions from every position, OLLU’s win reflected a complete team effort, one that showcased poise, efficiency, and resilience from start to finish. The Saints will play against Saturday against UNT-Dallas at 1:00 PM CDT. It is Youth Day.