AUSTIN, Texas – The Concordia Texas men’s basketball team continues to impress, achieving a stunning 122-102 victory over Hardin-Simmons University at the Deb & Don Christian Fieldhouse. This win keeps the Tornados’ season record perfect at 5-0.
Senior guard Joey Ramirez shone brightly, scoring an impressive 44 points. This performance ties him for the fourth-most points ever in the program’s history and surpasses his previous career-high of 41 set last season. Alongside his scoring, he grabbed 13 rebounds, delivered five assists, and made five steals, showcasing his all-around abilities.
From the start, the Tornados set a fast pace. They went into halftime leading 58-45, primarily due to their aggressive defense and quick transition play. Hardin-Simmons tried to mount a comeback in the second half, but Concordia’s relentless pace ultimately overwhelmed them. The Tornados scored a remarkable 56 points on fast breaks and capitalized on 33 turnovers by their opponents.
Ramirez was not alone in his strong performance. Anariss Brandon added 25 points and seven steals, showing his defensive chops. Freshman Tremayne Martin contributed 10 points off the bench, highlighting Concordia’s depth; in total, the bench players delivered 43 points in this matchup.
Defensively, Concordia was solid, allowing only 32% shooting from beyond the arc and converting 47 points from those 33 turnovers. This illustrates the effectiveness of their defensive strategy.
Looking ahead, Concordia Texas faces Huston-Tillotson University on December 6th at 3 PM, aiming to maintain their undefeated streak. This season’s success may be attributed to a combination of talent and teamwork, a reliable indicator of good things to come.
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