TCU Women’s Basketball Dominates Tarleton State in 89-42 Victory

A Lopsided Affair in Fort Worth

The TCU Horned Frogs secured a decisive 89-42 victory over the visiting Tarleton State Texans at Schollmaier Arena on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The win improved TCU’s record to 3-0, while Tarleton State fell to 1-1. In front of an attendance of 2,855, the Horned Frogs established control early and never relinquished their lead, turning a close first quarter into a commanding performance.

Early Exchange Gives Way to TCU Surge

The game began as a tightly contested affair. Tarleton State took an initial 2-0 lead on a driving layup by Jadyn Wooten, followed by free throws from Lucia Navarro. However, TCU responded with efficient scoring, including a three-pointer by Caroline Lyles and layups from Jessie-May Hall and Clara Bielefeld to tie the game at 11-11.

The Hornets then seized momentum in the second quarter. Lara Somfai contributed significantly with a jumper and multiple layups, while Lanie Grant hit a crucial three-point jumper assisted by Clara Silva. By halftime, TCU had built a substantial cushion, outscoring Tarleton State 28-7 in the second period to take a 43-18 lead into the break.

Third Quarter Extends the Gap

TCU continued its offensive pressure in the third quarter, further widening the margin. Clara Silva and Lara Somfai both added layups to extend the lead past 50 points. Tarleton State managed to score intermittently through Stephany Gonçalves and Olivia Medford, but TCU’s defense held firm.

The Horned Frogs finished the third quarter with a 23-point advantage, leading 66-43. Key contributions came from Clara Silva, who added more points in the half, and Jadyn Wooten, who facilitated the offense with six assists for the game.

Closing Out the Contest

The fourth quarter saw TCU maintain its dominance. Lanie Grant hit another three-pointer, and Clara Silva continued to score, pushing the lead well beyond 40 points. Tarleton State attempted to rally late with scoring from Marie Diame and Jessie-May Hall, but the deficit was too large to overcome.

The final buzzer sounded with TCU holding an 89-42 advantage. Clara Silva led all scorers with 15 points, while Lara Somfai controlled the glass with nine rebounds. For Tarleton State, Caroline Lyles led the team with 10 points, and Lucia Navarro recorded seven rebounds.

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