A Dominant First Half Sets the Tone
The TCU Horned Frogs established control early and never relinquished it, defeating the Tarleton State Texans 89-42 at Schollmaier Arena on Sunday. The game was effectively decided in the second quarter, where TCU outscored their opponents 28-7 to build an insurmountable lead.
TCU opened with a modest 15-11 advantage after the first period. However, the Horned Frogs’ offense exploded following halftime breaks. They scored 23 points in the third quarter and another 23 in the final period, while holding Tarleton State to just 9 points in the fourth.
The Texans managed only 11 points in both the opening and second quarters, unable to keep pace with TCU’s consistent scoring.
Silva Leads Offensive Surge
Clara Silva was the standout performer for the Horned Frogs, contributing 15 points. Her scoring included multiple layups and free throws that helped extend TCU’s lead throughout the game. Silva’s presence in the paint provided a steady offensive anchor against Tarleton’s defense.
Jadyn Wooten facilitated the offense with six assists, helping distribute the ball effectively to teammates who converted key baskets. Lara Somfai controlled the glass for TCU, grabbing nine rebounds to limit second-chance opportunities for the Texans.
