SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Cameron Aggies delivered a gritty performance, defeating St. Mary's (TX) 68-62 in a hard-fought Lone Star Conference matchup at Bill Greehey Arena in San Antonio, Texas.

Key Performances

• Shamica Smith lead the Aggies with 24 points on 10-of-18 shooting. She also added 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block, and 3 steals, showcasing her dominance on both ends of the floor.
• Grace Alverson contributed 17 points, including 3 three-pointers, and added 3 rebounds and 1 steal. Her shooting from beyond the arc was crucial in stretching the defense.
• Kennedy Cummings had a strong all-around game with 13 points, 6 rebounds, and a team-high 8 assists. Despite 7 turnovers, her playmaking was instrumental in keeping the offense flowing.
• Madison Griggs added 12 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 steals, providing a steady presence on both ends of the court.
• Mercedes Mancha facilitated the offense with 4 assists and contributed 2 points and 4 rebounds in 37 minutes of action.

Inside the Box Score

• Field Goals: Cameron shot 25-of-53 (47.2%) from the field, showcasing efficient scoring throughout the game.
• Three-Pointers: The Aggies hit 5-of-17 (29.4%) from beyond the arc, with Grace Alverson leading the way with 3 three-pointers.
• Free Throws: Cameron was nearly flawless at the line, shooting 13-of-15 (86.7%), including clutch makes in the fourth quarter to seal the win.
• Rebounding: The Aggies grabbed 28 total rebounds (5 offensive, 23 defensive), with Shamica Smith and Kennedy Cummings each pulling down 6 boards.
• Assists & Turnovers: Cameron dished out 16 assists but committed 18 turnovers, an area they'll look to clean up in future games.
• Defense: The Aggies recorded 2 blocks and 8 steals, with Shamica Smith leading the way with 3 steals and Madison Griggs adding 2.

Game Highlights

• Cameron started strong, shooting 43.8% in the first quarter and maintaining their efficiency throughout the game.
• The Aggies dominated the second quarter, shooting 64.3% from the field to build a lead they would not relinquish.
• In the fourth quarter, Cameron's defense held strong, and their free-throw shooting (6-of-8) helped secure the victory.
• The Aggies scored 32 points in the paint and 19 points off turnovers, highlighting their aggressive play on both ends of the floor.

Looking Ahead

The Aggies will look to carry this momentum into their next game, scheduled for home on February 20th against Western New Mexico University. With their balanced scoring and tenacious defense, Cameron aims to continue their winning ways in conference play.