TCU Women’s Basketball Braces for Brown University on Home Court
Today, the TCU Women's Basketball team, holding the number two spot in the Big 12 Conference, will face Brown University. Playing at Schollmaier Arena offers a home court advantage, and the Horned Frogs are aiming to extend their winning streak to four games. The Brown Bears, currently ranked fifth in the Ivy League Conference, are determined to advance in the standings after winning their last two games. Blocking their path is the most accomplished women's basketball team in TCU history. Is Brown University prepared for the challenge that lies ahead?
In the last game against UCF, Sedona Prince made a strong comeback, seamlessly returning to her usual form with 22 points, the second-highest on the team. Madison Conner led the scoring with 24 points, while Hailey Van Lith also finished in double digits with 14 points. Agnes Emma-Nnopu made a strong impact in the starting lineup, matching Prince in rebounds and providing essential support on defense. Conner and Van Lith further supported the team by tallying a combined 12 assists, accounting for over half of the assists made throughout the game. The bench players utilized their minutes wisely, contributing both on both sides of the court. Brown University secured a dominant victory against the New Hampshire Wildcats in their previous game. Gia Powell and Grace Arnolie led the team with impressive performances, scoring 20 and 21 points, respectively. Forwards Alyssa Moreland and Elizabeth Nelson teamed up for three blocks, with Moreland also achieving five steals on her own. Compared to the Brown Bears, the Horned Frogs have outperformed them overall defensively, in field goal efficiency, and in three-point shooting percentage. In terms of turnovers, TCU has managed to handle the ball 3.9% better than the Brown Bears. As TCU holds an advantage in several areas, it will be interesting to see how their strengths play out on the court.
The guard-center duo of Gracie Arnolie and Gia Powell may pose the greatest threat to TCU. They are jointly responsible for Brown University's top scoring, steals, and blocks. Other players that TCU should closely monitor are Gianna Aiello and Aima Ofunrein, who have been excelling in shooting from the field goal. Hailey Van Lith, Sedona Prince, and Madison Conner continue to spearhead the Horned Frogs. Van Lith is ranked eighth in assists, Prince leads the NCAA in blocks, and Conner tops the chart for three-pointers made. The team has multiple other talents at their disposal, allowing TCU to easily adapt to various game situations and challenges. One aspect to watch will be how Brown handles TCU's passing strategy, especially when they target Prince in the paint. Another key aspect to watch will be the game's tempo and whether Brown can keep up with TCU's fast-paced play, especially once they get comfortable. Keep an eye on the performance of centers Sedona Prince and Gianna Aiello, as Prince holds a slight height advantage. Gracie Arnolie and Gia Powell will certainly face a challenging matchup against Hailey Van Lith and Madison Conner. Today’s game is set to feature key matchups, with the outcome hinged on strategic plays to counter the opposing team’s top players.
Tune in to watch the Horned Frogs face off against Brown University today at 3 p.m. Eastern Time on ESPN+. A victory for TCU will further cement its position as a major contender in the Big 12 Conference, particularly challenging the current number one team, Kansas State. A win for the Brown Bears will offer them the chance to climb the ranks in the Ivy League Conference. They finished fourth last year and are currently positioned behind as conference play approaches. I am confident TCU will achieve another triumph today, improving their record to 13-1 and tying the Kansas Wildcats. Still, on the hunt to prove that they are the best of the best, the Horned Frogs possess all the necessary ingredients for success heading into their next matchup.
