NACHITOCHES, La. – The Stephen F. Austin Ladyjacks secured a 77-76 victory over Abilene Christian on Friday, February 21, 2026, in a tightly contested matchup. The game, played in Nacogdoches, Texas, saw multiple lead changes and a strong performance from both sides. This women’s basketball contest highlighted the competitive nature of the Southland Conference as SFA improved to 3-0 in conference play.
The Ladyjacks demonstrated resilience throughout the game, overcoming a determined effort from Abilene Christian. Key to their success was a balanced scoring attack and a strong presence in the paint. SFA outscored Abilene Christian 42-44 in points in the paint, a crucial factor in their narrow win. The game featured 10 lead changes, indicating the back-and-forth nature of the competition. Box score statistics reveal a closely matched contest across all four quarters.
Game Summary: SFA Edges Abilene Christian
The first quarter saw both teams feeling each other out, with SFA taking a slight lead, 18-19. Abilene Christian responded in the second quarter, but SFA maintained a narrow advantage at halftime, leading 36-33. The third quarter witnessed a surge from SFA, extending their lead to 64-57, fueled by efficient shooting and strong rebounding. However, Abilene Christian refused to back down, mounting a comeback in the fourth quarter, ultimately falling just short. The final score of 77-76 reflects the intense competition and the narrow margin of victory.
Key Players and Performances
Key Roseby led the Ladyjacks with 19 points, while Myka Perry contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds. Harmanie Dominguez added 16 points, and Kaylinn Kemp chipped in with 14. For Abilene Christian, Payton Hull led all scorers with 22 points, followed by Erin Woodson with 18. Meredith Mayes added 17 points for the Wildcats. The individual performances were critical in keeping the game competitive, with both teams relying on their key players to deliver in crucial moments.
Statistical Breakdown and Game Flow
SFA shot 30-of-61 from the field (49.2%), including 10-of-26 from three-point range (38.5%), and 7-of-17 from the free-throw line (41.2%). Abilene Christian shot 28-of-69 from the field (40.6%), 6-of-26 from three-point range (23.1%), and 14-of-22 from the free-throw line (63.6%). Detailed team statistics show that SFA had a slight edge in field goal percentage, while Abilene Christian was more efficient from the free-throw line. Second chance points favored Abilene Christian 16-8. Prompt break points were 12-9 in favor of Abilene Christian. The Ladyjacks committed 19 turnovers, while Abilene Christian had 15.
The game was remarkably clean, with no technical fouls assessed to either team. Scores were tied on 5 occasions throughout the contest, highlighting the evenly matched nature of the two squads. SFA’s bench contributed 5 points, while Abilene Christian’s bench added 5 points as well.
Looking Ahead
Stephen F. Austin will look to continue their winning streak as they face their next opponent in the Southland Conference. The Ladyjacks will aim to build on their strong start and maintain their position at the top of the conference standings. Abilene Christian will seek to bounce back from this close defeat and improve their performance in upcoming games. The Southland Conference schedule promises further competitive matchups and exciting women’s basketball action. The next scheduled game for SFA is February 28th against Northwestern State.
The intensity of this game underscores the growing competitiveness within the Southland Conference. Fans can expect more thrilling contests as the season progresses. Stay tuned to time.news for continued coverage of women’s college basketball and updates on the Stephen F. Austin Ladyjacks.
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