In a tightly contested defensive battle in Snyder, Texas, Western Texas emerged victorious over South Plains with a final score of 57-54.

The Westerners relied on balanced scoring to secure the win, with standout performances from Alliah Scallion and Sequoia Carroll, each contributing 12 points. Deborha Oladina made a significant impact with 10 points and an impressive 11 rebounds, marking her first double-double in conference play. Rachael Okoye showcased her versatility with 9 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals during the contest.

The Westerners' defensive prowess was evident as they held South Plains to just 7-of-28 shooting from beyond the arc and a 30.2% field goal percentage. One of the pivotal factors in the game was the turnover battle, where South Plains committed 13 turnovers compared to Western Texas' 20. Capitalizing on their opponent's mistakes, Western Texas scored 14 points off turnovers, while South Plains managed only 9. This ability to convert turnovers into points proved to be crucial in securing the hard-fought victory for the Westerners.

Next up for the Westerners is a home tilt against Odessa on Monday, January 22. Odessa currently sits at 16-3 overall and 2-1 in conference play. They are currently ranked #15 in the country. The Westerners will look to even their conference record at 2-2 against one of the best teams in the country.