At a Glance
- Texas defeats Southern Louisiana 120-38, extending a 34-game home winning streak.
- Senior Kyla Oldacre scores career-high 22 points.
- Madison Booker adds 20; Longhorns dominate paint with 68 points.
- Why it matters: Texas cements dominance in non-conference play and showcases depth ahead of conference battles.
On Sunday, the Texas Longhorns demolished Southern Louisiana with a 120-38 victory, keeping their non-conference record perfect and extending a 34-game home winning streak. Senior Kyla Oldacre poured in a career-high 22 points, while Madison Booker added 20 as the Longhorns ran out of options on the defense.
Dominant Offense and Defensive Mastery
The Longhorns exploded early, scoring 26-0 and 21-0 in the first half to lock in the win. They racked up 68 points in the paint, overwhelming a team that had no player taller than six feet. Oldacre hit 9 of 10 shots from the field and 4 of 5 free throws in just 19 minutes off the bench.
Key player contributions:
- Kyla Oldacre – 22 points, 9-of-10 shooting
- Madison Booker – 20 points, 35-minute effort
- Jordan Lee – 16 points, 4 three-pointers
- Breya Cunningham – 12 points
- Bryanna Preston – 12 points, 3 steals
| Player | Points |
|---|---|
| Kyla Oldacre | 22 |
| Madison Booker | 20 |
| Jordan Lee | 16 |
| Breya Cunningham | 12 |
| Bryanna Preston | 12 |
| Eryn McKinzie | 13 |
Turnover Breakdown and Defensive Impact
Southern Louisiana committed 30 turnovers, all of which Texas turned into 50 points. Twenty of those turnovers occurred in the first half before Texas pulled out of its full-court defense. Rori Harmon delivered six assists with no turnovers, extending her assist streak to 57 and three over the last six games.
Season context: Texas has already beaten nationally ranked UCLA, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Baylor with a seven-player rotation that missed injured Ashton Judd, Aaliyah Crump, and Bryanna Preston. Judd and Preston have returned, but Crump missed the last ten games with a foot injury.
Upcoming Games
- Southern Louisiana faces Incarnate Word on Wednesday.
- Texas will play Missouri on Thursday.
Key Takeaways
- Texas secures a flawless non-conference record with a 120-38 win.
- Senior Kyla Oldacre sets a career high, underscoring the team’s offensive depth.
- The Longhorns’ ability to convert turnovers into points remains a decisive factor.
The Longhorns’ dominant performance keeps them on track for a strong conference run, while the Lady Lions regroup after a second-lowest scoring night of the season.
