TCU Horned Frogs Outclass Iona 78-53 in Fort Worth

A Decisive Second-Half Surge

The No. 15 TCU Horned Frogs secured a comfortable 78-53 victory over the visiting Iona Gaels on Tuesday, November 10, at Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth. Jadyn Wooten led the way for the home side with 19 points, while the team’s dominant second-half performance proved to be the deciding factor in the contest.

With 2,118 fans in attendance, TCU controlled the pace of the game, particularly after the halftime break, to extend their winning streak to four games.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

Iona opened the scoring with a 19-point first quarter, but TCU answered with 15 points to keep the game close. The momentum shifted dramatically in the second quarter, where the Horned Frogs outscored the Gaels 25-11. This run allowed TCU to enter the halftime break with a 40-30 lead.

In the third quarter, TCU continued to apply pressure, adding 16 points to Iona’s 11, widening the gap to 56-41. The fourth quarter saw TCU close out the game with 22 points, compared to Iona’s 12, cementing the final margin of victory.

Key Performances

Beyond Wooten’s 19 points, the TCU bench and supporting cast provided significant support. Bella Hines facilitated the offense with five assists, while Lara Somfai dominated the glass with 14 rebounds. For Iona, Chloe Vasquez was the primary scorer, finishing with 20 points and five rebounds.

Johanna Flores also contributed four assists for the Gaels, who dropped their third game of the season. The performance highlighted the depth of the TCU roster as they navigate the early part of the campaign.

Season Records

The result improves the TCU Horned Frogs’ record to 4-0, marking a perfect start to their season. Conversely, the Iona Gaels fall to 1-3. The game featured no overtime periods, and the final score remained unchanged from the end of regulation. Both teams will look to build on their respective performances as they continue their schedules in the coming weeks.

Sources

ESPN