In an exhilarating Western Athletic Conference showdown, Tarleton State edged out UT Arlington with a final score of 69-63. Cam McDowell stole the show, dropping 23 points and pushing the Texans to their 10th win of the season.
McDowell’s big night got a boost from Freddy Hicks, Chris Mpaka, and a handful of others. UT Arlington didn’t go quietly, though—Marcell McCreary, Raysean Seamster, and Jordan Lowery all did their part to keep things close.
This game kicked off conference play for both teams. The Western Athletic Conference really does have some depth this year, doesn’t it?
Cam McDowell Shines for Tarleton State
Cam McDowell was, without a doubt, the star of the night. He put up 23 points on 8-of-16 shooting from the floor.
He nailed 3 of 6 from deep and hit 4 out of 6 free throws—little things that really made the difference for the Texans. You could see his determination on every possession.
Supporting Cast Steps Up
McDowell may have led the way, but his teammates showed up, too. Freddy Hicks dropped 10 points, grabbed five boards, and swiped four steals—talk about doing it all.
Chris Mpaka tossed in seven points, hitting 3 of 7 shots. Those contributions kept the Texans out front when it mattered most.
UT Arlington’s Strong Effort
UT Arlington didn’t make things easy. Marcell McCreary led the Mavericks with 12 points and six rebounds, showing off his knack for getting to the rim and cleaning up the glass.
Raysean Seamster added 11 points and eight rebounds, while Jordan Lowery chipped in another 11. The Mavericks have some real depth, and it showed, even in a loss.
Key Moments of the Game
The game had its share of wild swings and tense moments. Tarleton State’s knack for turning turnovers into points gave them the edge.
The Texans’ defense came up big, clamping down on UT Arlington’s top threats during crunch time. That made all the difference when things got tight.
Impact on the Western Athletic Conference
This one sets the tone for conference play. Tarleton State’s win gives them a confidence boost and puts the rest of the conference on notice.
UT Arlington will want to regroup and come out swinging in their next matchup. There’s a long season ahead—who knows what’ll happen next?
Looking Ahead
As the season rolls on, both teams are hungry to build on what they’ve started in the Western Athletic Conference. Tarleton State’s hoping to keep the wins coming.
UT Arlington, on the other hand, really needs to regroup and sharpen their game. There’s still a lot of basketball left, and honestly, anything can happen.
If you’re curious about more details from this matchup, check out the full article on Fox Sports.
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