SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. — Texas Wesleyan (8-11, 4-9 SAC) fell to John Brown University (7-12, 5-8 SAC), 66-61, after a competitive fourth quarter that saw the Golden Eagles outscore the Rams 20-18. The visitors capitalized on turnovers, scoring 14 points off the Golden Eagles' 16 turnovers, but could not overcome a rebounding deficit of 10 boards.

Texas Wesleyan began the first quarter with an early lead, highlighted by Jenae Moore's 3-pointer, assisted by Kameryn Phillips, at 9:16. Phillips continued to contribute with a two-point basket from inside the paint at 8:01, pushing the visitors ahead momentarily. The team capitalized on turnovers, with Kennedy Holmes and Kyla Speights each recording a steal. John Brown responded with strong perimeter shooting, including back-to-back 3-pointers by Oaklee Lofton and Hannah McLain, which helped them regain momentum. Sarah Snodgrass added two free throws to extend their lead. Although the Rams stayed competitive through another Moore 3-pointer, they trailed 18-12 at the end of the first quarter.

Texas Wesleyan initiated the second quarter with a strong offensive display, highlighted by a three-pointer from Moore at 9:40, assisted by Sophia Hurtado. Aniyah Sanford continued the momentum with another 3-pointer, leveling the score at 18-18. The team's defense capitalized on turnovers, with Speights and Holmes each recording steals, contributing to a 7-0 scoring run. As the quarter progressed, the Rams maintained pressure, with Holmes sinking a fast-break layup to narrow the gap and later adding another bucket to take the lead at 25-24. Alaina Hill and Peyton Foster contributed crucial baskets, while Phillips added a free throw to extend the advantage further. Texas Wesleyan ended the quarter ahead, leading 31-29.

The Rams' third quarter began with a defensive stance, securing three steals and forcing turnovers to challenge the Eagles. An impactful moment came when Hurtado hit a 3-pointer, assisted by Phillips, at 6:09 to edge a one-point lead. Despite consistent efforts, including key shots from Hill, the quarter concluded with Texas Wesleyan trailing by five points. The score at the end of the quarter was 46-43 in favor of John Brown.

In the fourth quarter, Texas Wesleyan initiated momentum with a defensive play, as Iasia Goldman blocked a shot at 9:27, leading to a defensive rebound by Foster. Phillips contributed by converting on crucial free throws and layups, keeping the team within striking distance. The Rams capitalized on turnovers, with Hill and Sanford both securing steals that led to points. Despite Texas Wesleyan's efforts, the Eagles maintained their lead with consistent scoring from the paint and hitting a key 3-pointer. While the Rams closed the gap with a pair of free throws and fast-break points from Phillips, the quarter concluded with John Brown holding a narrow lead. The game ended with a score of 66-61 in favor of the Eagles.

Phillips led the team with 22 points, converting on 8 of 12 free throws and grabbing seven rebounds. Moore scored nine points, making three 3-pointers and recording two steals. Holmes added four points, collected three rebounds, and tallied two steals. Hill contributed six points and secured three defensive rebounds.