Author: OLLUNewsletter

Our Lady of the Lake earned a statement 66–65 overtime victory over North American, showcasing composure, toughness, and execution when it mattered most.

The Saints weathered a physical, back-and-forth battle through regulation, refusing to break despite consistent pressure from North American. OLLU stayed within striking distance behind strong interior play and timely stops, forcing overtime in a game where every possession was contested.

In the extra period, the Saints delivered the defining plays. With the game tied in the final minute, Shayla Dede attacked the lane and finished a decisive layup to give Our Lady of the Lake the lead. OLLU followed with disciplined defense down the stretch, closing out the game and securing the one-point win.

Dede led the Saints with 18 points, seven rebounds, and three assists, while also setting the tone with her late-game poise. Alexandra Westerdijk Martin matched her with 18 points and dominated the paint, pulling down 15 rebounds and shooting efficiently throughout the night. Macie Moss added 11 points and seven rebounds, and Isabella Jaramillo logged 43 minutes, contributing nine points and steady leadership in overtime.

Our Lady of the Lake’s advantage at the free-throw line proved critical, as the Saints converted 14 of 20 attempts. OLLU also matched North American’s physicality on the boards and delivered timely defensive stops when the game hung in the balance.

The overtime win reflected the Saints resilience and belief, highlighted by Dede’s clutch basket and a complete team effort that lifted Our Lady of the Lake past North American in a tightly contested finish. OLLU will be back in action Saturday against Xavier University at 1:00 PM CDT at home. 

Our Lady of the Lake University men’s basketball earned a hard-fought 72–68 victory over Southwest, using balanced scoring and timely defensive stops to pull out the win.

The Saints shot 47.5 percent from the field and placed multiple players in double figures, allowing them to withstand several Southwest runs throughout the game. Jermey Irwin led OLLU with 14 points, adding six rebounds and three assists while converting 4-of-5 attempts from the free-throw line. Barack Holland matched Irwin with 14 points off the bench, providing a key scoring lift in extended minutes.

Jaydin Morin-Bishop contributed 11 points on efficient shooting, while Santiago Ochoa recorded a strong all-around performance with 10 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists. OLLU controlled the glass with a 33–25 rebounding advantage, helping limit second-chance opportunities and maintain possession in critical stretches.

Defensively, the Saints forced 12 Southwest turnovers and held firm late despite strong individual performances from the opposition. Southwest was led by Jalen Williams, who scored 20 points, and EJay Scroggins, who added 17 points along with four assists and four blocks. However, missed free throws and OLLU’s defensive discipline down the stretch prevented Southwest from completing a comeback.

With steady contributions across the lineup and composure in closing moments, Our Lady of the Lake secured the four-point win and extended their win streak to three. The Saints will be back in action on Thursday night against North American at home.

Our Lady of the Lake University women’s basketball delivered a complete performance on both ends of the floor, defeating Southwest 81–56 behind efficient shooting and strong rebounding.

The Saints established control early and maintained it throughout the contest, shooting 52.6 percent from the field and knocking down 10 three-pointers. OLLU’s balanced offensive attack featured four players scoring in double figures, led by Alexandra Westerdijk Martin, who finished with a game-high 20 points on 9-of-11 shooting. She also dominated the glass with 14 rebounds, providing a steady interior presence on both ends.

Shayla Dede added 14 points, six rebounds, and three assists while playing 36 minutes, consistently creating opportunities for herself and her teammates. Macie Moss contributed 13 points and eight rebounds, and Evangeline Hernandez provided a spark off the bench with 13 points, including three made three-pointers. Samantha Fields was perfect from beyond the arc, going 3-for-3 on her way to nine points.

OLLU controlled the rebounding battle 44–20, limiting Southwest to just six offensive rebounds and few second-chance opportunities. The Saints also shared the ball effectively, recording 17 assists, with Isabella Jaramillo leading the way with six assists to go along with six rebounds.

Defensively, Our Lady of the Lake held Southwest to 22.7 percent shooting from the field and 25 percent from three-point range. Southwest was led by Karinna Ortiz, who scored 22 points, and Seniya Wilson, who added 16, largely from the free-throw line. However, consistent defensive pressure and disciplined team defense prevented Southwest from building any sustained momentum. Our Lady of the Lake secured a convincing victory and continued to show depth and balance across the lineup. The Saints now have won four in a row and look to extend that streak as they will go up against North American on Thursday at 5:30 PM CDT at home.