Basketball | 11/18/2025 12:59:00 PM

DENTON, Texas (Nov. 18, 2025) - The Texas Woman's basketball team returns home for a special edition of Pioneer hoops, hosting Southern Nazarene on Wednesday, Nov. 19 for Dean's Cup Night, Veteran's Recognition and Banner Reveal Night inside Kitty Magee Arena.

TWU (3-1) enters the night riding momentum from two dominant road wins, while Southern Nazarene comes to Denton for its official season opener. The Pioneers were ranked No. 3 in the WBCA Preseason Poll, while the Crimson Storm were receiving votes in the poll. 

Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. inside KMA.

Last weekend, the Pioneers powered past Colorado School of Mines, 80-55, and followed with an 80-69 win at UCCS. TWU's press and ball pressure created 27 points off turnovers in the two wins, while the Pioneers shot over 45% from the field in both games.

For SNU, Wednesday marks their first official game of the 2025-26 season, debuting a retooled rotation and beginning their non-conference slate on the road.

SWEET HOME KMA

• It's Dean's Cup Night in KMA - a spirited campus-wide challenge where each TWU academic college competes to bring the most students to the game. The college with the highest attendance wins the Dean's Cup, campus bragging rights, and a special recognition during the game. Students are encouraged to bring friends, wear maroon, and check in using their academic college to help their team win the Cup!
• During pre-game introductions, the Pioneers will be revealing their 2024-25 Championship Banner! 
• The Pioneers will also be honoring Veteran's Recognition duirng the game. 
• Tickets can be purchased here for Wednesday's game.
•  Watch live on FloCollege and follow along with Live Stats.
•  Please remember: KMA has a Clear Bag Policy.

DRIBBLING IN DENTON

DEFENSE: Through four games, TWU is holding opponents to 63.8 points per game. The Pioneers have also dominated early in games, outscoring opponents 83–55 in first quarters, and forcing 18.3 turnovers per game, ranking among the best in the conference. TWU's pressure defense and interior presence led by Gabby Elliott (10.0 rebounds per game) gives the Pioneers a strong defensive advantage.
SECOND CHANCE POINTS: The Pioneers will look to control the glass against an SNU team debuting a renewed front court. TWU averages 32.8 rebounds per game, including 93 defensive boards on the season, and has been effective limiting second-chance opportunities for opponents. A strong rebounding effort from TWU's post players and guards will be key in preventing SNU from extending possessions.
SHARE THE WEALTH: TWU's balanced scoring attack has been one of its greatest strengths. The Pioneers are averaging 70.0 points per game, led by Elliott (17.5 ppg) and Averee Kleinhans (15.0 ppg), while Jada Celsur, Madi Lumsden and Kayla Glover combine for nearly 28 points per contest. Ball movement continues to drive TWU's offense, with 37 total assists through four games and a strong ability to create high-percentage paint touches.