December 9, 2023

Langston, OK - In a thrilling encounter at the Lions Den of the C.F. Gayles Field House, the Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lady Lions clashed with the Langston University (LU) Lions in a Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) battle, ultimately succumbing to a 76-53 defeat.

Lady Lion Review 
The Lions traded blows in the opening period, with Langston's full-court pressure challenging SAGU's composure. Rylee Lavender and Wendy Clemmons showcased poise, while Chanie Chambers, a standout off the bench, demonstrated elite focus with offensive hustle and sharpshooting from beyond the arc.

Despite a strong first-half performance, the Lady Lions trailed by five points at halftime, with Kyla McMinn's toughness leaving an impact.

The relentless pressure began to erode the Lady Lions' flow in the second half, leading to a momentum shift. Langston's substantial scoring run solidified their lead, capitalizing on a 32-12 scoring advantage in the paint.

Key Players' Contributions
Rylee Lavender led SAGU with 12 points and three three-pointers, while Chanie Chambers contributed 13 points and five rebounds. Autumn Moore and Wendy Clemmons added seven points each.

Crucial Paint Dominance
Langston's decisive 32-12 edge in the paint proved pivotal in the game's outcome.

Next Challenge
Looking ahead, the Lady Lions will embark on a journey to McPherson, Kansas, on Monday, December 11th, at 6:00 PM, ready to face Central Christian College in another intense conference battle. The lessons learned from the Langston clash will undoubtedly fuel their determination for future challenges.

As a leading Christian university, SAGU educates and prepares individuals who want to serve Christ and others. SAGU helps students discover and develop their God-given callings in a Spirit-empowered, learning community. We believe in affordable tuition, made possible in part through the financial support of donors who embrace the mission of SAGU and the importance of affordable, accredited programs to train Christians for leadership in ministry, business, education, and service. Most majors are available in-person in Waxahachie, TX, and online through a wide range of associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.