Wooten leads No. 15 TCU past Iona 78-53 in Fort Worth

Second-Half Surge Decides Game

Jadyn Wooten’s 19 points powered the TCU Horned Frogs to a decisive 78-53 victory over the Iona Gaels on Tuesday at Schollmaier Arena. The No. 15 TCU squad, playing in front of a crowd of 2,118, controlled the second half to secure its fourth win of the season.

While Iona started strong, TCU’s offensive surge in the latter two quarters proved insurmountable for the visiting Gaels, who dropped their third game of the year.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

The contest began with Iona leading 19-15 after the first quarter, as Chloe Vasquez and Anyla Herbert kept the Gaels competitive early. However, the momentum shifted dramatically in the second quarter. TCU outscored Iona 25-11 in that stanza, building a 40-30 lead at the half.

Lara Somfai and Jadyn Wooten were particularly effective during this stretch, helping the Frogs establish a cushion that Iona never fully threatened to close.

In the third quarter, TCU continued its offensive pressure, extending the lead to 56-41. The Frogs shot efficiently from both inside and outside the arc, while Iona struggled to generate consistent plays. By the time the fourth quarter began, the game was largely decided, with TCU maintaining a double-digit advantage.

Final Stages and Records

TCU pulled away further in the final period, outscoring Iona 22-12 to seal the 78-53 result. Bella Hines contributed five assists, facilitating the Frogs' ball movement, while Lara Somfai added 14 rebounds to her game. For Iona, Chloe Vasquez led all scorers with 20 points and five rebounds, and Johanna Flores dished out four assists.

Despite these individual efforts, the Gaels could not overcome TCU’s balanced attack.

The win improves TCU’s record to 4-0, keeping them undefeated on the season. Iona falls to 1-3. The game showcased the depth of the TCU roster, with multiple players contributing significantly to the scoring and rebounding efforts.

As the season progresses, this performance highlights the Frogs' ability to dominate when their offense clicks. For Iona, the loss serves as a reminder of the challenges ahead against top-ranked opponents. Both teams will look to build on their respective performances in upcoming matchups.

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