Dillard Falls to Wiley on the Road
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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25 | 17 | 17 | 21 | 80 |
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21 | 28 | 18 | 17 | 84 |
Team Stats
Wiley (TX)
| Game Statistics | Dillard (LA) | Wiley (TX) |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (30-67) | (26-60) |
| Field Goal % | 44.8% | 43.3% |
| Rebounds | 47 | 37 |
| Assists | 11 | 15 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 20 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 18 | 28 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 20 | 16 |
| Pts in the Paint | 40 | 32 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 2 | 5 |
| Bench Pts | 10 | 48 |
MARSHALL, TX– In an exciting women's basketball clash on December 6, 2025, the Wiley (TX) team narrowly defeated Dillard (LA) with a final score of 84-80 at the Alumni Gymnasium. This matchup was a testament to both teams' resilience and skill, offering spectators a thrilling contest that was decided in the final moments.
The game began with Dillard taking an early lead, finishing the first quarter at 25-21. However, Wiley quickly responded in the second quarter, outscoring Dillard 28-17 and heading into halftime with a 49-42 advantage. The third quarter saw both teams scoring evenly, with Wiley maintaining a slight edge. In the final quarter, Dillard made a strong push, scoring 21 points, but it was not enough to overcome Wiley's lead.
For Dillard, standout performances came from Kayla Terry, who led her team with 24 points and an impressive 12 rebounds, while Azaria Knox added 19 points. D'Mya Ferguson also contributed significantly with 13 rebounds and 12 points. Despite their efforts, Dillard struggled with free throws, converting just 16 of 33 attempts.
Wiley's victory was driven by a balanced team performance. Brandy Jones led the scoring with 16 points, followed by Moriah Burley with 13 points. Kelechi Dike was a force on the boards, posting 8 rebounds alongside 12 points. Wiley excelled at the free-throw line, making 23 of 34 attempts, which proved crucial in their narrow victory.
The game was characterized by an intense battle on the boards, with Dillard outrebounding Wiley 47-37. Both teams had 20 turnovers, highlighting the pressure and pace of the game. A notable incident occurred when Davielis Berroa of Dillard received a technical foul, adding a layer of drama to the contest.
Overall, the game was a showcase of talent and determination from both squads, with Wiley preserving their unbeaten record in conference play, moving to 3-0 in the league and 8-2 overall. Meanwhile, Dillard fell to 1-3 in conference play and 4-7 overall. The thrilling encounter left fans eagerly anticipating future matchups between these competitive teams.
-Bleu Devils-