Southern Utah 78, at Texas-Arlington 73

ARLINGTON, Texas (Interstat) — In a Western Athletic Conference clash defined by gritty defense and critical late-game execution, the Southern Utah Thunderbirds snapped a two-game skid against Texas-Arlington, holding off a furious second-half rally to secure a 78-73 victory over the Mavericks on Saturday afternoon at College Park Center. The win, played before an announced crowd of 1,152, improved Southern Utah to 9-17 overall, while Texas-Arlington fell to 14-11. The result defied national statistical projections that heavily favored the Mavericks. Southern Utah built its victory on the foundation of a commanding first-half performance, taking a 34-29 lead into the break.… Read more...