Bleu Devils Split Games in AAUL HBCU Classic

Austin, TX- Dillard had the opportunity to compete in the AAUL HBCU Classis, an annual event designed to showcase small HBCUs. The event occurs in Austin,TX, and the games are played at the HEB Center. This year's classic was the first time the GCAC and RRAC would face off to see who would win the most games. The conference that won the most games would take home a trophy and a plaque for each conference member. The GCAC went 5-1, with Dillard beating Huston-Tillotson and falling to Texas College.

Dillard vs Texas College

In a November 2, 2023 game, Texas College emerged victorious against Dillard (La.) with a final score of 70-60. The game took place at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park, Texas.

From the start, Texas College took control of the game, leading Dillard by 12 points at halftime with a score of 41-29. Dillard fought back in the second half, outscoring their opponents 31-29, but it wasn't enough to secure a win.

Dillard struggled with their shooting, making only 45.1% of their field goals and 30.8% of their three-point attempts. Mike Reeves was the leading scorer for Dillard with 16 points, followed closely by Tyrus Crawford and Armond Williams with 8 points each.

Texas College had a more balanced offensive performance, shooting 38.6% from the field and 40.0% from beyond the arc. Qyrique Dabon was the standout player for Texas College, scoring 18 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. Domonique Perry and Nagee Jones also contributed with 7 and 10 points, respectively.

Both teams struggled with turnovers, with Dillard committing 21 turnovers and Texas College committing 8. Dillard (La.) also had more fouls, with 15 compared to Texas College's 18.

Despite the loss, Dillard showed determination and resilience in their second-half comeback. They will look to improve their shooting and ball control in future games. T

Overall, the game between Dillard and Texas College was a competitive and closely contested matchup, showcasing the talent and skills of both teams.

Dillard vs Huston-Tillotson

Dillard emerged victorious in a basketball game against Huston-Tillotson on November 3, 2023, with a final score of 74-62. 

Dillard started the game strong, taking a 31-29 lead into halftime. They continued their dominance in the second half, outscoring Huston-Tillotson 43-33 to secure the win. The team's shooting percentage was impressive, with 46.4% of their field goals finding the mark. They also had a solid performance from beyond the arc. Free throw shooting was another area of strength for Dillard, as they made 66.7% of their attempts from the charity stripe.

Tyrus Crawford was a standout player for the Bleu Devils, contributing 17 points to the team's victory. He was efficient with his shooting, making 6 out of 9 field goal attempts and converting 4 of 6 free throws. Carter Jeffries also made a significant impact off the bench, scoring 18 points in just 25 minutes of play. He showcased his three-point shooting ability by knocking down 3 of 6 attempts from beyond the arc.

Huston-Tillotson struggled to find their rhythm on offense, shooting just 30.8% from the field. Their three-point shooting was slightly better at 31.0%, but they were unable to capitalize on their opportunities. Free throw shooting was a bright spot for the team, as they made 68.4% of their attempts.

The game was not without its share of fouls, with Dillard (La.) receiving one technical foul courtesy of Carter Jeffries. 

Overall, Dillard (La.) showcased their offensive prowess and solid shooting to secure a comfortable victory over Huston-Tillotson. The team's strong performances from Tyrus Crawford and Carter Jeffries were key factors in their success. Huston-Tillotson, on the other hand, struggled with their shooting. 

The Bleu Devils will look to carry this momentum into their homecoming matchup against the John Melvin Millers on November 11th at 3:00 PM.

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