Concordia Men’s Basketball Falls 96‑82 to Mary Hardin‑Baylor
Concordia fights hard but falls to Mary Hardin-Baylor, 96-82.
AUSTIN, TX — In a thrilling non‑conference matchup at the Deb & Don Christian Fieldhouse, the Concordia Texas men’s basketball team fought hard in a high‑scoring affair but ultimately fell to Mary Hardin‑Baylor, 96‑82. The Tornados battled throughout but saw the Crusaders pull away in the second half with efficient shooting and dominance on the boards. Source
Game Highlights
- The Tornados and Crusaders were tied at halftime, 34‑34, after a back‑and‑forth first half filled with momentum swings. Source
- Mary Hardin‑Baylor caught fire in the second half, shooting 56% from the floor and converting 22 of 29 free throws. Source
- The Crusaders also controlled the glass with 64 rebounds, including 20 offensive boards, creating second‑chance opportunities. Source
- Concordia forced 24 turnovers and scored 29 points in transition but couldn’t keep pace. Source
Standout Performances
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Steals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joey Ramirez (CTX) | 23 | 7 | — |
| Anariss Brandon (CTX) | 14 | 4 | — |
| Aaron San Miguel (CTX) | 12 | — | 3 |
| Tariq Muhammad (CTX) | 10 | 8 | — |
Team Comparison
| Stat Category | Mary Hardin‑Baylor | Concordia (TX) |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goal % | 43.7% | 34.8% |
| 3‑Point % | 28.0% | 20.6% |
| Rebounds | 64 | 44 |
| Turnovers Forced | 24 | 13 |
Looking Ahead
Despite the loss, Concordia (now 6‑1 on the season) will look to rebound quickly when they return to action on Dec. 16 against Howard Payne University. The Tornados will aim to fine‑tune their execution on both ends as they push deeper into their non‑conference slate. Source
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