MANHATTAN, Kan. — In a thrilling encounter, Serena Sundell netted a season-best 27 points, while Jaelyn Glenn contributed 14, leading No. 12 Kansas State to a hard-fought 59-50 victory over No. 9 TCU on Wednesday night. This win allowed Kansas State to take the lead in the Big 12, standing alone at the top among conference rivals.

Sundell was particularly impressive, scoring 15 of her 27 points during the pivotal third quarter, turning the tide for Kansas State after they found themselves down by six points at halftime. On the other side, Sedona Prince was TCU’s standout performer with 14 points, supplemented by Hailey Van Lith, who added 11.

The first half of the game was marked by a lack of precision from both teams, with Kansas State struggling to hit over 30% of their shots and TCU committing 11 turnovers. Both teams, known for their high-scoring capabilities, found it challenging to find their rhythm in the opening half.

Kansas State showcased their strength inside, outscoring TCU 32-20 in the paint, which was instrumental in their strategy for victory.

Key Takeaways:
For TCU, this marked their second defeat to a ranked opponent this season, and they have now faced losses in two of their last four games. Kansas State, despite the absence of star player Ayoka Lee, continues to demonstrate resilience and skill, maintaining their solo lead in the Big 12 with seven regular-season games left to play.

A key moment in the game came when Sundell made a crucial turnaround jumper in the lane and was fouled, pushing the Wildcats ahead 41-36 as the third quarter came to a close.

In terms of statistics, TCU’s 17 turnovers were particularly detrimental, especially for a team that has averaged just 11 per game this season. Kansas State capitalized on these lapses, scoring 15 points off the Horned Frogs’ mistakes.

Looking ahead, TCU is set to host Texas Tech on Saturday, while Kansas State will travel to face No. 25 Oklahoma State on the same day.