Cedar City, Utah — In a thrilling matchup on Thursday night, Tarleton State triumphed over Southern Utah with a score of 74-66, driven by a standout performance from Keitenn Bristow, who netted 24 points.

Bristow complemented his scoring with seven rebounds, contributing significantly to the Texans’ victory. Tarleton State improved their season record to 7-10 and maintained their momentum with a 2-0 standing in the Western Athletic Conference. Chris Mpaka was also instrumental in the win, scoring 18 points from a shooting line of 7 for 12 and hitting 4 of 6 from the free-throw line. Additionally, Mpaka secured eight rebounds and recorded three blocks. Izzy Miles added depth to the Texans’ offense, contributing 12 points on an efficient 4 of 7 shooting from the field and converting 4 of 5 free throws.

Meanwhile, the Thunderbirds were led by Dominique Ford, who scored 21 points in an effort to keep his team competitive. Brock Felder provided a strong presence on the court, adding 14 points along with seven rebounds, three steals, and four blocks, showcasing a well-rounded performance. JT Langston Jr. also made his mark with 10 points and six rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to halt Southern Utah’s ongoing struggle, as the team extended their losing streak to six games, bringing their record to 8-8 and 0-2 in conference play.

This contest highlighted the Texans’ emerging form in the Western Athletic Conference, while the Thunderbirds will look to regroup and find ways to break their unfavorable streak in the coming matches.