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Monmouth Defeats Rider 52-36 in Third Straight Home Win

2024-12-06

The Monmouth University Women's Basketball Team showcased their defensive prowess in a thrilling 52 - 36 win over Rider. This home stand has been a perfect 3 - 0 for the Hawks, and Thursday night's game was a testament to their hard work and teamwork.

Monmouth Hawks Dominate with Defensive Tenacity

First Quarter Highlights

Junior forward Ella Farrelly was on fire in the first quarter, scoring eight of her nine total points. Her pair of corner threes and Taisha Exanor's three-pointer helped the Hawks jump out to an 18 - 4 lead. Monmouth shot an impressive 40.0% from the floor, while Rider struggled at just 11.8%.This early lead set the tone for the game, showing the Hawks' offensive firepower and ability to take control. 2: The first quarter dominance gave the Hawks a significant advantage, setting the stage for a closely contested game. It was clear that their defensive efforts in the first quarter had disrupted Rider's offense and allowed them to build a comfortable lead.

Second Half Struggles and Comebacks

In the second half, Divine Dibula had a strong performance, helping to keep Rider at bay. Despite Rider's efforts to make a comeback, Monmouth's offense responded with a 12 - 2 run when the game was within seven at 6:55 of the fourth quarter. 2: Damaris Rodriguez's game - high 14 points and six assists, along with her pair of triples, were crucial in maintaining the Hawks' lead. The team's ability to stay focused and execute their plays in the face of Rider's comeback attempts was impressive.

Rebounding Battle and Other Statistics

Monmouth pulled in 49 rebounds, a season high, and dominated the rebounding battle with a 43 - 38 advantage. They also outscored Rider 12 - 5 off turnovers and had more points in the paint (20 - 18) and second chance points (8 - 5). 2: Despite Rider having more fastbreak points (5 - 4) and two fewer turnovers (17 - 15), Monmouth's overall performance on the boards and in key areas gave them the edge. These statistics highlight the team's ability to control the game on both ends of the floor.

Up Next and Future Outlook

The Hawks are now heading back on the road to play NJIT on Monday, Dec. 9. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN + at 7 p.m., and fans are excited to see how the team will perform in their next game. 2: This victory gives the Hawks confidence as they look ahead to their next challenge. Their defensive efforts and teamwork will be crucial as they continue to strive for success in the upcoming games.

In the world of college basketball, the LBSU Beach team finds themselves on the road with a surprising 33 - 24 lead against the CS Fullerton Titans. Entering this matchup, LBSU had endured eight straight defeats and were on the verge of making it nine. Can they turn the tide, or will CS Fullerton hand them another loss? Only time will reveal the answer.

College Basketball Showdown - LBSU vs. CS Fullerton

Current Records and Standings

Currently, LBSU holds a record of 1 - 8, while CS Fullerton stands at 2 - 6. These records give an indication of the teams' recent performances and the challenges they face in this matchup. LBSU's recent rough patch got even rougher last Wednesday with their eighth straight defeat, falling 82 - 66 to San Jose State. Despite a quality game from Kam Martin, who posted 17 points along with seven assists, they couldn't secure a win. On the other hand, CS Fullerton's defeat dropped their record to 2 - 6. Their previous meeting in February saw them grind out a solid win over LBSU, winning 76 - 71. Will they be able to repeat their success, or will LBSU have a better game plan this time?

The oddsmakers have set CS Fullerton as a 5.5 - point favorite against LBSU, with the game opening with the Titans as a 6.5 - point favorite. The over/under is set at 127.5 points. This provides an interesting betting perspective and adds to the excitement of the game. SportsLine's advanced computer model is predicting picks for every single game, including this one. Fans and bettors alike are eager to see how the game will unfold.

Previous Matchup History

In the last 10 games between CS Fullerton and LBSU, both teams have 5 wins each. Looking at the specific matchups, on Feb 29, 2024, CS Fullerton won 76 - 71. In December 2023, LBSU won 81 - 71. There have been several close and competitive games between these two teams over the years, making this matchup highly anticipated.

CS Fullerton is preparing for their first Big West matchup of the season on Thursday at 10:00 p.m. ET at Titan Gym. They took a 64 - 55 hit to the loss column last Saturday against Pacific, with John Mikey Square posting 14 points and three offensive rebounds. LBSU, on the other hand, is looking to break their losing streak and turn things around. The outcome of this game will have a significant impact on both teams' seasons.

TCU men's basketball team achieved a much-needed victory on Thursday against Xavier. This win marked a significant milestone as it was their best non-conference win of the season. Frankie Collins stepped up big time, leading the team with 16 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists, and 1 steal on 7-13 FG. His performance was even more remarkable considering Noah Reynolds was ruled out with a wrist injury.

Impact of Noah Reynolds' Injury

Noah Reynolds' absence was a significant blow to TCU. With him out, Vasean Allette started in his place and scored 8 points on 3-12 shooting. This made Collins' massive game even more crucial. Frankie Collins has been TCU's most consistent player all year, and he once again showed his mettle with this strong performance.

Lineup Changes by Jamie Dixon

Jamie Dixon made a strategic move by changing the starting lineup for the Frogs against Xavier. Freshman big man David Punch started alongside center Ernest Udeh Jr. for the first time this season. This addition aimed to enhance the team's rebounding and interior defense. Jamie Dixon had emphasized rebounding and the size of Xavier before the game, and this lineup change was a step in that direction.

Improvement in Rebounding

TCU had been struggling with rebounding recently. However, in this game against Xavier, both teams had 31 rebounds. There was a noticeable improvement compared to the past few games. This move in the lineup seemed to have a positive impact on the team's rebounding efforts. It is likely that Jamie Dixon will stick with this lineup considering the success it brought.

Clutch Plays in the Final Stretch

TCU was tested throughout the game and needed clutch plays in the final minutes. They fell down six points with 7:28 to play but managed to turn things around. Brendan Wenzel had 9 points in the final 7:03 to help TCU take the lead. The big play came in a tie game with about a minute left when Ernest Udeh Jr. poked the ball loose, leading to a Vasean Allette layup. These clutch plays were crucial in securing the victory.From that point on, TCU got stops and hit their free throws, leading to a much-needed win. Considering their poor late-game execution in the previous week against Santa Clara and Colorado State, this was a great sight to see. TCU's players like Brendan Wenzel, Ernest Udeh Jr., and Frankie Collins played a vital role in this victory.Want to join the discussion? Click here to become a member of the Killer Frogs message board community today! Follow KillerFrogs on Twitter to stay up to date on all the latest TCU news! Follow KillerFrogs on Facebook and Instagram as well.