
In a nail-biting finish, St. Thomas (Tex.) clinched a thrilling victory over Schreiner with a final score of 66-65 in a fiercely contested women's basketball matchup on February 18, 2024.
St. Thomas took an early lead in the first half, outscoring Schreiner 19-13. However, Schreiner fought back fiercely in the second half, matching St. Thomas basket for basket. Despite Schreiner's efforts to mount a comeback, St. Thomas managed to maintain a slim lead, ultimately securing the win by a single point.
Macie Whitfield led the scoring for St. Thomas with a stellar performance, tallying 21 points. She dominated in the paint, shooting an impressive 9-14 from the field and contributing six rebounds. Ravyn Ellis and Hayden Morin also made significant contributions, adding 11 and 11 points respectively.
Both teams displayed tenacity and resilience throughout the game, with each possession crucial in determining the outcome. St. Thomas' ability to maintain composure under pressure and make key plays down the stretch ultimately propelled them to victory in a hard-fought battle.