February 1, 2023

Waxahachie, TX - In a high-stakes Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) clash at the Sheaffer Center, the Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lady Lions faced off against the Langston University (LU) Lions in a rematch that had fans on the edge of their seats.
 

Lady Lions Review
The Lady Lions charged onto the court with Wendy Clemmons nailing a long three-pointer, setting the tone for a focused and sharp performance. Neeley Tilley-Beddick's blow-by layup echoed their determination, with excellent plays on both ends, stealing passes and contributing six first-half points.

As the first period concluded, SAGU Lady Lions led 18-15. The second quarter showcased heavy efforts from both sides, with Autumn Moore scoring six points under intense defensive pressure. At halftime, Langston Lions held a slim lead of 33-31, despite Neeley Tilley-Beddick's nine first-half points and Agar Farres Garcia's impressive seven rebounds.

Neeley Tilley-Bedick led the charge in the second half, with Rylee Lavender's long-range three-pointers and Wendy Clemmons' floaters adding flair. Despite a spirited effort, SAGU fell short in the end, losing 67-61.
 

Key Stats
Agar Farres Garcia showcased her dominance with 14 rebounds and 11 points, securing a double-double. Rylee Lavender contributed 12 points, while Neeley Tilley-Beddick led the scoring with 18 points. Wendy Clemmons and Autumn Moore added eight points each.
 

Looking Ahead
Next up, the Lady Lions are ready to face the Central Christian College Tigers on Feb 3 (Sat) at 2:00 PM.

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.