TCU Opens Season With 56-Point Win Over Oral Roberts

Laura Somfai recorded 17 points and 10 rebounds as TCU began its season with a 56-point victory over Oral Roberts in Fort Worth on November 3. It was the largest opening-game winning margin in the Horned Frogs’ history.

TCU established control in the first quarter, taking a 27-9 lead while shooting 65% from the field. The advantage grew to 46-19 by halftime, with the Horned Frogs’ reserves contributing 16 points in the first half.

The hosts held Oral Roberts to six points in the third quarter and entered the final period ahead 77-25. Bella Hines’ three-pointer late in the quarter had pushed the margin to 50.

Lanie Grant and reserve Camille Williams each scored 12 for TCU, while Jadyn Wooten had 10 points and a team-high eight assists. TCU made 10 of 28 attempts from beyond the arc. Clara Bielefeld contributed six points, 11 rebounds and six assists, and freshman Jessie-May Hall scored nine points without missing a shot, going 4-for-4.

For Oral Roberts, Duval scored 14 points, while Donley contributed 13. The Golden Eagles’ starters made 10 of 46 shots; their reserves went 6-for-11. Oral Roberts is scheduled to host Cameron on November 6. TCU’s next game is at home against Le Moyne on November 5.