ST. GEORGE, Utah (Interstat) — Tarleton State used a dominant first quarter and superior rebounding to defeat Utah Tech 63-45 in a Western Athletic Conference women’s basketball game Saturday at Burns Arena.

The Texans opened a 20-11 lead after one quarter and maintained control throughout, holding the Trailblazers to 29.6% shooting from the field. Tarleton State’s interior strength was decisive, as it outrebounded Utah Tech 50-34, including a 14-4 advantage on offensive boards.

Jakoriah Long led all scorers with 20 points for the Texans. Caroline Lyles added 14 points and nine rebounds. For Utah Tech, Brie Crittendon scored 15 points and Lauren Crocker grabbed 12 rebounds with four blocks.

Tarleton State improved to 11-9 overall. Utah Tech fell to 6-14. An announced crowd of 307 attended.