North American University Dominates Paul Quinn in Second-Half Surge

Stafford, TX – The North American University Stallions showcased their potential with a commanding 86-62 victory over Paul Quinn, fueled by a dominant second-half performance. The win brings the Stallions to 6-11 overall (2-10 conference) while dropping Paul Quinn to 3-12 overall (3-9 conference).

First Half:

The game opened with both teams battling for control. Paul Quinn's John Harrison shone early, tallying 21 points and 8 rebounds to keep the Tigers competitive. Despite his efforts, the Stallions maintained a slim lead, heading into halftime up 32-29.

Second Half:

The Stallions came out firing in the second half, outscoring Paul Quinn 54-33. Key to their success was their balanced attack, featuring contributions from their starters and reserves. The team shot an impressive 54.5% from the field and 40.7% from beyond the arc.

Player Highlights:

• Sean Fry: Led the Stallions with 17 points, including a perfect 4-for-4 from three-point range, and added 2 assists.
• Erric "The Vision" Wynn: Delivered an all-around performance with 13 points, 9 assists, 6 rebounds, and 2 steals. His ability to turn defense into offense earned him the nickname "NAU Spiderman" from the On Clutch Broadcast team.
• Jamarric Hammond: Added 14 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists, providing steady scoring throughout the game.
• Caleb Malik: Scored 13 points on 4-of-5 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three, and grabbed 7 rebounds.
• Damione Thomas: Contributed 8 points and 7 rebounds, solidifying the interior presence.

Team Stats:

• North American: 54.5% FG, 40.7% 3PT, 78.9% FT, 34 rebounds, 26 assists, 16 steals, 4 blocks.
• Paul Quinn: 49.0% FG, 20.0% 3PT, 48.0% FT, 21 rebounds, 21 assists, 2 steals, 2 blocks.

Coach's Perspective:

Postgame, the Stallions' coach highlighted the team's defensive intensity and selfless ball movement, noting their 16 steals and 26 assists as pivotal to the win. "This is the kind of effort we need every night. When we play together, we're a tough team to beat," he said.
 

Looking Ahead

In their last matchup on November 14, 2024, Southwest defeated North American University with a final score of 91-73. Southwest showcased a strong offensive performance, led by Jacob Koontz, who scored 25 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. Despite a valiant effort from North American, they were unable to overcome Southwest's well-rounded team effort.

Looking forward to the upcoming game, it will be interesting to see how North American adjusts their strategy to challenge Southwest. With players like Sean Fry and Erric Wynn stepping up in recent games, the Stallions are poised to make a statement. Defensive intensity and improved rebounding will be key as they aim to even the score and secure a win in front of their home crowd.

Get Those Hooves Up!

It's time for Stallions fans, faculty, and staff to rally together. Let's pack the stands and show Southwest what it means to be a Stallion! Goooooo Stallionsssss!