LUBBOCK, Texas (January 23, 2025) – No. 14 Lubbock Christian University is back at Rip Griffin Center this week, stepping outside West Division play for two Lone Star Conference non-divisional matchups. The Lady Chaps, riding a six-game win streak, will host Oklahoma Christian Thursday at 5:30 p.m. and Cameron Saturday at 1 p.m.

LSC WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
OPPONENT	LOCATION	DAY	TIME (CT)	VIDEO	RADIO	STATS
Okla. Christian	Rip Griffin Center	Thur., Jan. 23	5:30 p.m.	Watch	Listen	Stats

  
CONQUERING IN THE CONCHO
Grace Foster's record-breaking 39-point performance propelled LCU to an 80-63 road victory over Angelo State in Lone Star Conference West Division play. Foster, who added 10 rebounds for her sixth double-double of the season, broke LCU's single-game scoring record and fueled a 24-10 fourth-quarter surge. The Lady Chaps extended their win streak to six, improving to 16-3 overall and 7-0 in the division while snapping Angelo State's 11-game streak. LCU shot a season-best 57.4% from the field, with Foster, Maci Maddox (15 points, seven assists), and Reese Schumann (14 points) leading the way. Defensively, LCU held ASU to 38.7% shooting and forced 17 turnovers, converting them into 28 points. The win gave LCU a two-game lead in the division and extended their all-time series advantage over Angelo State to 18-7. Foster's record included six three-pointers and marked the top scoring performance in the LSC this season.
 
CHAP-TIVATING STATS: 5 LADY CHAP FACTS
1 > Grace Under Pressure: Grace Foster continued her historic season with a record-breaking 39-point performance against Angelo State, setting a new Lubbock Christian University single-game scoring record. Her double-double (39 points, 10 rebounds) was her sixth of the season and 23rd of her career. Foster remains the Lone Star Conference (LSC) leader in total points (374, 6th nationally), three-point shooting percentage (47.4%, 5th nationally), and blocks (37, 16th nationally). She also ranks second in points per game (19.7, 13th nationally) and free throws made (87, 12th nationally).
 
2 > Robertson's Rise: Audrey Robertson added another stellar week to her season, highlighted by a 21-point outing at UT Permian Basin, her third game this season with 21 points. Robertson also contributed seven rebounds in the win, including four offensive boards that led to 17 second-chance points, matching LCU's season high. She ranks third in the LSC and 11th nationally in three-point shooting percentage (44.9%) while averaging 13.3 points per game (10th in LSC).
 
3 > Defensive Lockdown: The Lady Chaps' defense continues to rank among the nation's best, sitting 13th in scoring defense (54.4 points allowed per game) and 24th in field goal percentage defense (35.1%). Against Angelo State, they forced 17 turnovers, outscoring ASU 28-9 in points off turnovers, a season high. LCU has now outrebounded opponents in six consecutive games, including a +2 margin against ASU. Their defensive consistency is fueled by players like Foster, who ranks second in the LSC in defensive rebounds per game (7.1), and Audrey Robertson, whose defensive versatility anchors LCU's success.
 
4 > Charity: LCU leads the LSC in free throw percentage (78.3%, 17th nationally), with standout contributions from Grace Foster (87.0%, 29th nationally), Kennedy Chappell (86.1%), and Maci Maddox (84.8%). Foster's 9-of-10 performance from the line against UT Permian Basin highlighted her composure under pressure. The success has LCU averaging 13.9 points per game from the line.
 
5 > Deep Threat Duo: Lubbock Christian remains the LSC's top three-point shooting team (36.6%, 15th nationally), averaging 7.5 made threes per game (48th nationally). Foster (47.4%, 1st in LSC and 5th nationally) and Robertson (44.9%, 3rd in LSC and 11th nationally) form a dynamic outside shooting duo. The Lady Chaps' season-best 55.6% performance from three-point range (10-of-18) against Angelo State demonstrated their offensive firepower. Foster's six threes tied a career high, and Robertson added two key triples to extend LCU's lead during pivotal moments.
 
FOSTER'S FIRE 
Grace Foster earned her fifth Lone Star Conference weekly honor of the season following a record-breaking performance, as she was named the LSC Offensive Player of the Week for the second time this season. Foster delivered an astonishing offensive week for LCU, highlighted by a record-breaking 39-point performance Saturday at Angelo State. Her 39 points (highest in the LSC this season) set a new LCU single-game scoring record, surpassing the previous mark of 38 set in the 1995-96 season (completed twice that season by Beth Capps). The Childress, Texas native's efficiency was equally impressive, shooting 15-of-22 from the field (68.2%), including 6-of-9 from three-point range (66.7%). She also added 10 rebounds for her sixth double-double of the season, contributing to an 80-63 victory that snapped ASU's 11-game win streak. Foster's week began with a strong showing Thursday at UT Permian Basin, where she tallied 19 points and was nearly perfect from the free-throw line (9-of-10). Across the two games, Foster averaged 29.0 points per game, leading the Lone Star Conference in scoring for the week. She shot 57.6% from the field (19-of-33) and 61.5% from beyond the arc (8-of-13), ranking among the most efficient scorers in the conference. Her 15 made field goals against ASU were the most in the 22-year tenure of head coach Steve Gomez and just one shy of the program's all-time record. Foster's offensive dominance powered LCU to a perfect 2-0 week, maintaining their undefeated West Division record (7-0) and securing their sixth consecutive win. Foster received her fifth LSC weekly honor of the season (second for Offensive Player of the Week) and the 12th of her career (her eighth for offense). The Lady Chaps have received LSC weekly honors six times this season, with Foster claiming five of the six honors. Maci Maddox was the last Lady Chaps member recognized with a weekly accolade, claiming Offensive Player of the Week honors Jan. 6.
 
MILESTONING 
Grace Foster continues to cement her place in Lubbock Christian University history, surpassing 1,500 career points—a milestone last reached by Allie Schulte on Feb. 3, 2022. Foster's 1,684 career points ranks ninth among active NCAA Division II players and places her within striking distance of the program's all-time top five scorers; she needs 42 points to overtake Emily Pool (Atkins) for fifth place. In addition, Foster has 763 career rebounds, which has her ranking fifth in program history. She needs 76 rebounds to pass Darla Lynch (838, 1979-83) to move into fourth in program history.  Audrey Robertson (sitting with 1,229 career points) joined Foster in the 1,000-point club in career points on Nov. 3, and Maci Maddox reached the mark Jan. 9 becoming LCU's third active player with 1,000 career points. It marks the first time since the 2015-16 season that LCU has had a trio of 1,000-point scorers, following the legendary group of Haley Fowler, Nicole Hampton, and Kelsey Hoppel.
 
CONFERENCE CONVERSATION 
LCU holds a 10-1 record in Lone Star Conference play (one of three teams in the LSC tied atop the conference standings), leading the West Division with a perfect 7-0 divisional mark. Grace Foster has continued her dominant performance in conference games, averaging 18.0 points (second in the LSC) and 6.6 rebounds per game while shooting an impressive 53.8% from the field, 49.0% from beyond the arc, and 88.7% at the free-throw line. Audrey Robertson has also been a key contributor, averaging 12.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 39.3% from three-point range and 80.6% from the free-throw line. Maci Maddox also averages double figures in scoring with a pace of 10.4 points per game. Defensively, the Lady Chaps have been outstanding, holding opponents to just 53.2 points per game on 34.5% shooting, including 31.0% from three-point range. Their interior defense has been a significant factor, averaging 4.8 blocks per game, with Foster and Reese Schumann providing excellent rim protection. Offensively, LCU's free-throw shooting remains a strength, ranking third in the LSC at 79.8% and averaging 14.0 made free throws per game. The Lady Chaps boast a scoring margin of +13.5 and a rebounding margin of +1.5, while averaging 34.9 rebounds per game. Additionally, LCU has excelled in sharing the ball with 14.5 assists per game, leading the LSC in assist/turnover ratio (1.1).
 
SWEET HOME (ON) CHICAGO 
LCU has been dominant at home, achieving a perfect 7-0 record this season, including 5-0 in conference play. They are averaging 72.9 points per game while holding opponents to just 51.1 points, achieving a scoring margin of +21.7 points. Offensively, they have been efficient, shooting 43.8% from the field, 37.7% from beyond the arc, and 80.8% from the free-throw line, where they average 16.9 points per game. Defensively, they have limited opponents to 32.7% shooting while maintaining a rebounding advantage of +6.0 boards per game. Grace Foster has been the standout performer at home, leading the team with averages of 20.6 points and 7.3 rebounds per game while shooting 55.6% from three-point range and 83.3% at the free-throw line. Supporting her are Audrey Robertson and Maci Maddox, who are averaging 11.3 and 10.0 points per game, respectively. The Lady Chaps have also demonstrated balance, averaging 15.4 assists per game compared to just 11.9 turnovers, resulting in a strong 1.3 assist-to-turnover ratio. LCU's defense has been a key factor, highlighted by 4.6 blocks and 6.7 steals per game. Their ability to control the game flow is further evidenced by their scoring consistency across all quarters, particularly a dominant third quarter where they've outscored opponents 143-86.
 
On Feb. 2, 2023, LCU's NCAA Division II record home win streak ended at 113 games with a loss to Angelo State. The defeat marked the Lady Chaps' first home loss since Jan. 1, 2015, against Oklahoma City University. During the streak, LCU also posted a 7-0 record in NCAA postseason play in Lubbock (excluding a 4-0 mark in LSC postseason play) and won 88 consecutive home conference games, with their last conference home loss occurring on Jan. 10, 2013, also against Oklahoma City. LCU achieved a perfect 49-0 record in Heartland Conference home games and went 11-0 against nationally ranked opponents during the streak.

NCAA DIVISION II'S LONGEST HOME WIN STREAKS
113 - Lubbock Christian Jan. 1, 2015 - Feb. 2, 2023
87 - Neb. Kearney Jan. 31, 1995-Nov. 24, 2001
85 - West Tex. A&M Jan. 9, 1987-Dec. 6, 1991.
 
EYE-OPENING
The 2024-25 season marks LCU's 12th since leaving the NAIA and LCU is 303-60 record (83.5%) in that span. In NCAA postseason play, the Lady Chaps are 24-4 all-time (85.7%).
 
BACK IN THE RANKINGS
Lubbock Christian University's women's basketball team entered the 2024-25 season ranked No. 17 in the D2CSC Women's Basketball Division II Top-25 Preseason Poll, a notable return to national prominence after an unusual preseason absence last year. They were receiving votes in the WBCA Preseason Poll (Division II).
 
In the latest polls, for both national Division II polling organizations, LCU is ranked No14 by the D2CSC and No.18 by the WBCA. LCU is 1-3 against nationally ranked programs this season and each have been against programs in the top-10 nationally.
 
FIVE THINGS ABOUT OC
1 > Oklahoma Christian faced a challenging season, holding a 6-9 overall record and a 3-8 mark in Lone Star Conference play. The Lady Eagles have a 5-6 record at home but have struggled on the road, going 1-3. Their season highlights include decisive victories against York (85-48, exhibition), Randall (104-39), and a narrow win over UT Permian Basin (60-57). However, OC has faced difficulties sustaining momentum, as evidenced by their current three-game losing streak and close losses to Angelo State (81-78) and St. Edward's (65-61). In conference play, the Eagles rank sixth in the East Division and 12^th in the LSC with a 3-8 conference mark.
 
2 > OC has been one of the Lone Star Conference's most reliable teams at the free-throw line, ranking first in the conference with 15.27 free throws made per game and fourth in free-throw percentage at 76.1%. Nationally, the Lady Eagles sit 24th in free throws made per game, a testament to their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities from the charity stripe. Ciara Harris has contributed significantly, ranking seventh in the LSC with 72 free-throw attempts.

3 > Kate Bradley has been a standout for the Lady Eagles beyond the arc, ranking second in the LSC and 31st nationally with 43 made three-pointers. She also leads the conference in three-pointers per game at 2.87, showcasing her consistency as a deep threat. With Bradley's shooting, Oklahoma Christian ranks ninth in the LSC, averaging 5.4 three-pointers per game.

4 > The Lady Eagles have demonstrated improvement in turnover management, ranking ninth in the LSC with a turnover margin of +0.33. OC also forces an average of 16.2 turnovers per game, placing 10th in the conference. Kate Bradley's assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.18 ranks fifth in the LSC, further highlighting her ability to manage the offense effectively.

5 > Nakia Cullom has been a steady contributor for Oklahoma Christian in conference play, averaging 9.5 points and a team-leading 5.4 rebounds per game. Her 18 offensive rebounds rank first on the team. Cullom has also been a key defensive presence, adding 14 steals and three blocks. She has proven to be efficient at the free-throw line, converting 72.0% of her attempts.
 
THE SERIES AGAINST OC
For a third consecutive meeting, LCU, who once trailed 0-12 in the all-time series, has a series lead against OC, leading 32-29 in a series that dates back to 1979. LCU had trailed the all-time series until winning 28 of the last 31 meetings, including winning the prior 21 meetings (OC's last win coming on Feb. 17, 2011). The two teams last met Nov. 30, 2023 in Oklahoma City, where LCU claimed a 69-65 win. The prior meeting in Lubbock resulted in an 88-61 LCU win on Dec. 1, 2022. Both teams are former Heartland and Sooner Athletic Conference foes (the only current LSC programs that have that designation).
 
ACTIVE LADY CHAP LEADERS VS. OC
LCU's active career leaders against OC:

Maci Maddox 3gp, 11.0 points p/g, 4/10 3-fg
Audrey Robertson 3gp, 10.7 points p/g, 3/3 3-fg
Grace Foster 3gp, 10.3 points p/g, 12/13 ft.
 
PRIOR MEETING AGAINST OC
Oklahoma City, Okla. (Nov. 30, 2023) – LCU 69 – OC 65
Audrey Robertson scored a career-high 20 points, and Lubbock Christian University held off a late rally to secure a 69-65 victory over Oklahoma Christian in their Lone Star Conference opener at The Eagles' Nest.
 
The Lady Chaps (6-2, 1-0) had three players in double figures, led by Robertson's 20 points on 8-of-11 shooting. Grace Foster added 17 points and nine rebounds, while Maci Maddox contributed 14 points, including two late free throws to seal the win.
LCU started strong, ending the first quarter on a 10-0 run to take a 24-10 lead. Robertson scored 10 points in the opening frame, and LCU capitalized on four OC turnovers for seven points. A three-pointer by Maddox in the second quarter extended LCU's lead to 27-10, and the Lady Chaps led 37-26 at halftime behind 58.3% shooting.
 
Despite a late push from the Eagles, who cut the lead to 54-51 with 5:23 left in the fourth, LCU responded with a 5-0 run capped by Foster's layup to regain control at 67-58. OC's final push, fueled by two three-pointers in the last 20 seconds, fell short as Maddox iced the game at the line.
 
LCU won the rebounding battle 37-33, including a season-high 10 offensive boards, leading to 10 second-chance points. Foster matched a season-high nine rebounds. The Lady Chaps shot 4-of-10 from beyond the arc, with Robertson and Kennedy Chappell each hitting perfect marks from deep.
 
The win marked LCU's 21st consecutive victory over OC, improving their all-time record to 32-29.
 
OC was led by Taylor Jackson, who scored 14 points off the bench, and Brooklin Bane, who recorded a 10-point, 10-rebound double-double. Despite shooting 53.3% in the second half, OC struggled at the free-throw line, converting just 45.5% of their attempts.