The Texas Tech Lady Raiders are making waves in the college basketball scene, and last night's showdown at the United Supermarkets Arena was no exception. With an authoritative 87-56 victory over Baylor, the Lady Raiders not only demonstrated their dominance but also marked a historic sweep over Baylor for the first time since 2004. This win was particularly sweet, as it was their first home victory against Baylor since 2006.
Senior guard Snudda Collins set the tone early, dropping eight points to help secure a 22-12 lead by the end of the first quarter. From there, Texas Tech never looked back, extending their advantage to a commanding 48-28 by halftime. The Lady Raiders were relentless, even as the game slipped out of Baylor's reach, outscoring them 20-12 in the final quarter.
Collins was the standout performer with 23 points, while Bailey Maupin contributed significantly, notching 22 points and hitting four of her seven three-point attempts. Forward Sarangbe Sanogo was a force in the paint, adding 10 points and pulling down seven rebounds. Point guard Gemma Nunez was a defensive dynamo, snagging four steals alongside her ten points.
The Lady Raiders' dominance was evident in the paint, where they outscored Baylor 44-26, and their bench came through with an impressive 37 points. This victory is a testament to the team's depth and cohesion.
Up next, the Lady Raiders head to Boulder, Colorado, to face the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday night. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. CT, and fans will be eager to see if Texas Tech can continue their impressive run.