Thursday, January 2
Richardson, TX
1:00 PM (CST)
UC Santa Cruz Athletics
5-12,0-0C2C
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75
UT Dallas
8-5,0-0DII Independent
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UC Santa Cruz
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18
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Texas-Dallas
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Slugs Fall to UT Dallas on Thursday Afternoon
1/2/2025 4:07:00 PM | Women's Basketball
RICHARDSON, Tx. – UC Santa Cruz women's basketball showcased their determination but ultimately fell 75-54 to UT Dallas. Despite the final score, the Banana Slugs put together strong stretches on both ends of the floor, highlighted by standout individual performances and defensive intensity.
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How It Happened
After a challenging start, UCSC rallied in the second quarter, outscoring Texas-
Dallas 18-15 to cut into the lead. The Banana Slugs found their rhythm offensively, moving the ball effectively and creating high-percentage opportunities. Emilie Ngo was a consistent force throughout, finishing with 18 points on an efficient 8-of-10 shooting, including two three-pointers while adding four rebounds and three steals.
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Jenna Gorton brought energy in the paint, recording 12 points and seven rebounds while going a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line. Alexa Litchev added seven points and four rebounds, while Claire Galbo chipped in seven of her own, six rebounds, and a three-pointer. UCSC's bench also contributed valuable minutes, helping to keep the intensity high on both ends of the court.
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The Banana Slugs showed their strength on the boards, collecting 31 rebounds, including 13 on the offensive end, which led to 13 second-chance points, keeping them competitive. Defensively, UCSC forced 15 turnovers, converting them into 13 points.
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The Banana Slugs will look to return to the win column in their next game against Mary Hardin-Baylor on Friday, January 3rd, in Belton, Texas.
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How It Happened
After a challenging start, UCSC rallied in the second quarter, outscoring Texas-
Dallas 18-15 to cut into the lead. The Banana Slugs found their rhythm offensively, moving the ball effectively and creating high-percentage opportunities. Emilie Ngo was a consistent force throughout, finishing with 18 points on an efficient 8-of-10 shooting, including two three-pointers while adding four rebounds and three steals.
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Jenna Gorton brought energy in the paint, recording 12 points and seven rebounds while going a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line. Alexa Litchev added seven points and four rebounds, while Claire Galbo chipped in seven of her own, six rebounds, and a three-pointer. UCSC's bench also contributed valuable minutes, helping to keep the intensity high on both ends of the court.
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The Banana Slugs showed their strength on the boards, collecting 31 rebounds, including 13 on the offensive end, which led to 13 second-chance points, keeping them competitive. Defensively, UCSC forced 15 turnovers, converting them into 13 points.
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The Banana Slugs will look to return to the win column in their next game against Mary Hardin-Baylor on Friday, January 3rd, in Belton, Texas.
Team Stats
UCSC
UTD
FG%
.382
.426
3FG%
.316
.478
FT%
.600
.750
RB
31
44
TO
15
12
STL
8
8
Game Leaders
Pts
18
FGM
8
3FGM
2
FTM
0
Pts
12
FGM
4
3FGM
0
FTM
4
Pts
7
FGM
2
3FGM
1
FTM
2
Pts
7
FGM
3
3FGM
1
FTM
0
Players Mentioned
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