LAREDO, Texas (February 11, 2017) - The Texas A&M International University Women's Basketball team took on Oklahoma Christian in front of home fans on Saturday. The Dustdevils were dealt a 58-73 loss, moving to 2-21 overall (2-11 Heartland Conference).

First Half:
The Dustdevils and Eagles combined for 70 first half points in a scoring filled first 20 minutes of action. The teams would play to an 18-18 tie after the first quarter, while OC was able to pull ahead in the second, putting up 18. The Dustdevils put up 16 second quarter points, heading into the half facing a 34-36 deficit. Hannah Beede picked up a game-high 14 points in the first half. Beede coupled her offensive output with a strong presence on the boards, pulling in eight rebounds through 20 minutes of action. Joanna Perez added eight first half points. 

Second Half:
The Eagle defense was able to hold TAMIU below 16 points in each of the final two quarters, allowing OC to open a lead in the final 20 minutes. The Dustdevils were outscored 10-17 in the third quarter and 14-20 in the fourth. Perez led the offensive charge in the second half for TAMIU, putting up eight points in the final 20 minutes. Beede would continue to control the boards, picking up six rebounds.

Beede finished with 17 points and 14 rebounds, picking up her sixth double-double of the 2016-17 season. Perez finished with 16 points. 

Coaches Corner:
Head Coach Jeff Caha commented after the game, "Great effort again today. Today was one our best offensive games of the year and when we take ownership and play together, we have a lot of great moments. Late in the game we had our chances were not able to capitalize and it's possible we ran out of gas after the defensive effort on Thursday and the fast paced game today. We have a week to get ready for St. Mary's and for our three seniors, it will be their last time in the KCB so hopefully they come prepared to fight!"

Up Next:
The Dustdevils are off through next Saturday when TAMIU hosts St. Mary's for Senior Day. Tip-off is set for 3pm in the TAMIU KCB with Senior Day festivities set to begin at 2:50pm. 

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