Texas Dominates South Dakota State 93-63 Behind Clark's 24 Points

A Commanding Start Sets the Tone

The Texas Longhorns established control early and never relinquished it, defeating the South Dakota State Jackrabbits 93-63 in a non-conference matchup held at the Moody Center. The home team’s offense was efficient from the opening tip, building a significant lead that would define the night.

By the end of the first quarter, Texas had outscored its visitors 26-15, creating a cushion that proved insurmountable for South Dakota State.

Jayda Clark led all scorers with 24 points for the Longhorns. Her scoring output was supported by precise ball distribution from Bryanna Preston, who dished out five assists. On the glass, Breya Cunningham secured six rebounds, providing the necessary support on the boards as Texas maintained its offensive rhythm.

South Dakota State Struggles to Keep Pace

The Jackrabbits faced an uphill battle against a disciplined Texas defense. Despite efforts from Mahli Abdouch, who recorded five assists for South Dakota State, the visiting team could not generate enough consistent scoring to close the gap. Claire Sheppard topped the Jackrabbits with 12 points, while Brooklyn Meyer contributed eight rebounds.

South Dakota State managed to score 16 points in the second quarter, bringing their halftime total to 31 against Texas’s 45. However, the Longhorns’ defense tightened in the third period, holding the Jackrabbits to just 18 points in the frame while Texas erupted for 29 points of its own. This extended the lead significantly, shifting any remaining momentum firmly toward Austin.

Closing Out the Contest

Texas continued to apply pressure in the final period, outscoring South Dakota State 19-14 to seal the victory. The Longhorns’ depth was evident as they maintained their double-digit advantage throughout the fourth quarter. Amalia Holguin and other contributors helped pad the scoreboard in the final minutes, ensuring a comfortable margin of victory.

The win improves Texas’s record to 3-0 on the season. For South Dakota State, the loss drops their record to 1-2. The game highlighted the Longhorns’ ability to execute offensively while limiting their opponents' scoring opportunities in a decisive home performance.

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