FORT WORTH, Texas — In a dominant season opener, TCU showcased its basketball prowess by defeating Florida A&M with an impressive score of 105-59 on Monday night. Leading the charge for the Horned Frogs was Vasean Allette, who contributed 20 points, supporting a team effort that saw six players score in double figures.

The team’s offensive strength was evident from the start, as TCU racked up 59 points in the first half alone. Ernest Udeh Jr. was a key player with a double-double, earning 13 points and 11 rebounds. Other contributions came from Frankie Collins, who added 14 points, and Brendan Wenzel, who tallied 10 points. Among the promising recruits in TCU’s freshman class, Jace Posey managed 11 points while Isaiah Manning contributed 10 points to the team’s total.

TCU’s performance was characterized by a remarkable 29 assists, dominance in the paint with 50 points scored, and an advantage on the boards, outrebouncing the Rattlers 47-29, including 18 offensive rebounds. For Florida A&M, Sterling Young was the standout scorer, leading his team with 16 points.

The Horned Frogs quickly established control of the game, launching a 12-0 run early in the first half that gave them a significant 12-2 lead. From that point on, TCU maintained a double-digit advantage for over 32 minutes. The team’s sharpshooting was evident, particularly in the first half where they made 11 shots from beyond the arc, with Posey hitting all three of his attempts.

Jamie Dixon, the head coach for TCU, is now in his 22nd year in coaching and ninth with the team, boasting an impressive career record of 489 wins. The Horned Frogs are looking to build on this strong start as they move forward in the season.