Tag: Texan Basketball
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Texans rally after losses, grabbing three conference victories
The South Plains College men’s basketball team continued to find success on the hardwood, finding their stride with three victories in their past three games. The No. 9-ranked Texans crushed New Mexico Military Institute 103-52 on Feb.11 at Texan Dome. Sophomore Koray Gilbert led all scorers with 27 points off of the bench, with 10 […]
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Texans defeat Southern Idaho for national title
Unranked going into the National Junior College Athletic Association Region V tournament, the South Plains College men’s basketball team needed to perform at their best to advance to the national tournament. The Texans did just that, going undefeated through the regional event and advancing to the National Tournament in Hutchinson, Kansas, where they continued their […]
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Texans advance to playoffs with strong finish
The South Plains College men’s basketball team continues to have success as the end of the regular season approaches, winning their last three games. The Texans came out with an outstanding 95-86 victory against Clarendon College on Feb. 26 in Clarendon. Sophomore Jordan Brangers led the Texans with 20 points, four steals, and five rebounds […]
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Texans start conference play off strong
The South Plains College men’s basketball team started the first month of the Western Junior College Athletic Conference play strong, winning four out of five games. The Texans had a three-game winning streak snapped with an unfortunate 95-80 loss to conference leaders Odessa College on Jan. 29 in Odessa. The Texans took a 34-31 lead […]
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Texans finish third at national tournament after falling short of perfect season
by STEVEN GEHEGAN//Sports Editor The South Plains College men’s basketball team finished the season in third place after advancing to the national for fourth time in six years. The Texans finished the season with 33-2 record, following a perfect regular season. “It was an outstanding season,” said Steve Green, head men’s basketball coach at SPC. “We […]
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Texans suffer first loss before national tourney
by STEVEN GEHEGAN//Sports Editor The South Plains College men’s basketball team is looking to bounce back from the first loss of the season while preparing for the NJCAA National Tournament. The top-ranked Texans had been undefeated entering the Region V tournament that took place March 8 to March 11 at Frenship High School in Wolfforth. The […]
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Brangers uses positive college experiences to influences daily life
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Editorial Assistant Leading the South Plains College men’s basketball team in offense and helping the top team in the nation get to their goal of a national championship is what Jordan Brangers has on his mind. The 6-foot-2 sophomore shooting guard has put his mark on the SPC men’s basketball program, leading the Texans […]
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Texans gunning for perfection as season nears end
by STEVEN GEHEGAN//Sports Editor The South Plains College men’s basketball team looks to continue their momentum as the post-season approaches. While looking to keep their undefeated season, the No. 1-ranked Texans defeated Clarendon College 93 – 62 on Feb. 23 in the Texan Dome. The Texans’ offense was working all night, and they were able […]
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Lady Texans look to end season with momentum
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Editorial Assistant With the regular season coming to an end, the South Plains College women’s basketball team has gained momentum with multiple victories before tournament play. With conference play ending in the Western Junior College Athletic Conference, the Lady Texans defeated Clarendon at home, 81-55 on Feb. 23. With momentum of a three-game […]
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Texans keep undefeated streak alive in conference play
by DOMINICK PUENTE//Editorial Assistant The South Plains College men’s basketball team has dominated throughout the season against tough opponents. With an undefeated season on the line, the No. 1-ranked Texans went on the road to defeat Odessa College 93-80 on Feb. 9. Being ranked fourth in the nation, the Wranglers attempted to stall the Texan offense […]
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Texans continue winning streak during conference play
by STEVEN GEHEGAN//Sports Editor The South Plains College men’s basketball team has continued their winning ways into Western Junior College Athletic Conference play. The Texans took on Howard College on Jan. 19 at Texan Dome. They won, 93 – 72, after shooting 40 percent from three-point line. The Texans opened up the first half with […]
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Texans eyeing national tourney with high expectations, ranking
by NICK ALVARADO//Sports Editor After having their season come to an end in the NJCAA Region V Tournament a year ago, the South Plains College men’s basketball team looks to bounce back from the early exit in the postseason.