A flawless foreign swing
The TCU Horned Frogs concluded their overseas basketball excursion with a perfect 2-0 record, capping the swing with a 99-70 victory over the University of Ottawa in San José, Costa Rica.
Gavin Sykes was the offensive engine, pouring in 20 points and extending his streak of back-to-back 20-point games, a testament to his growing confidence on the court.
Veteran forward DJ Thomas added 11 points and pulled down nine rebounds, while the Horned Frogs outrebounded the Gee-Gees 42-20, underscoring their dominance on the glass.
After falling behind 16-6 early, TCU rallied to knot the game at 20-20 by the end of the first quarter, setting the stage for a decisive second-quarter surge.
The Horned Frogs erupted for 34 points in the second period, opening a 20-point halftime lead, 54-34, that would prove insurmountable.
A disciplined performance saw TCU commit only nine turnovers while forcing 14 from Ottawa, and a fresh starting lineup — featuring Luke Bamgboye, Trent Lincoln, Sykes, Thomas and Micah Robinson — showed the depth coach had at his disposal.
Depth and discipline prove decisive
The win not only solidified TCU’s 2-0 foreign tour but also highlighted the team’s balanced attack and defensive intensity, traits that bode well for the remainder of the season.