DENTON, Texas (March 15, 2025) – For the sixth time in program history, No. 10 Lubbock Christian University is headed to the NCAA Division II South Central Region Tournament, and a familiar foe awaits. The "Rivalry on the Range" takes center stage in the NCAA postseason, as the No. 2-seed Lady Chaparrals face No. 6-seed West Texas A&M. Saturday's 5 p.m. tip-off at Kitty Magee Arena marks the fourth meeting between the teams this season and their fourth NCAA postseason clash—the most against any opponent in LCU's tournament history.
 

NCAA DIVISION II WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
OPPONENT	LOCATION	DAY	TIME (CT)	WATCH	STATS
West Texas A&M	Denton, Texas	Sat. Mar. 15	5 p.m.	Video	Stats

 
THE "IF's"
IF LCU WINS: If the Lady Chaps defeats WT, they will improve to 31-4 on the season and will advance to the tournament championship game to face either No.4-seed Eastern New Mexico or No.1-seed No.1 Texas Woman's Monday at 7 p.m. in Denton.
 
IF LCU LOSES: If the Lady Chaps fall to the Lady Buffs, their record will drop to 30-5, they will be eliminated from the tournament and they will suffer their fourth NCAA regional loss in program history and will have their all-time NCAA postseason record move to 25-5 all-time.
 
CLIMBING THE MOUNTAIN (LION)
Grace Foster's record-breaking 32-point performance lifted No. 2-seed Lubbock Christian to a thrilling 68-65 win over No. 7-seed UCCS in the NCAA Division II South Central Regional quarterfinals. Foster, who surpassed 2,000 career points, scored nine of LCU's final 11 points to erase a late deficit. Audrey Robertson added 13 points, and Maci Maddox contributed 12 points and eight rebounds. The Lady Chaps (30-4) now holds a 25-4 all-time NCAA postseason record, improving to 6-1 in regional quarterfinals.

RECOGNITION
Grace Foster headlined the Lone Star Conference awards, earning Player of the Year, Academic Player of the Year, First Team All-Conference, and All-Defensive Team honors. Lady Chaps coach Steve Gomez was named Noel Johnson Head Coach of the Year, while Maci Maddox (First Team) and Audrey Robertson (Second Team) also received recognition. Foster, LCU's all-time scoring leader, averaged 19.9 points per game in the regular season while maintaining a 4.00 GPA. Maddox leads the LSC in assist-to-turnover ratio, and Robertson, who was also named to the All-Academic Team, ranks among the league's top three-point shooters. Gomez, in his 22nd season, secured his seventh conference Coach of the Year award.
 
BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE
Grace Foster was named the South Central Region Most Outstanding Player for the second time, while teammate Maci Maddox earned Second Team honors on the 2024-25 Division II Conference Commissioners Association All-Region Team. LCU was the only program with multiple recipients this season.
 
Foster becomes LCU's first two-time Most Outstanding Player and the program's fifth recipient of the honor. Maddox claims her first All-Region selection.
 
CHAP-TIVATING STATS: 5 LADY CHAP FACTS
1 > Grace's Greatness: Grace Foster continues to dominate as the Lone Star Conference's top scorer, now leading with 696 total points (3rd nationally, 1st in LSC) and increasing her scoring average to 20.5 PPG (10th nationally, 2nd in LSC). She remains the conference's most efficient three-point shooter, leading the LSC in three-point percentage (44.6%, 4th nationally) and three-pointers made (79, 14th nationally). Foster also excels at the free-throw line, leading the LSC in total free throws made (163, 6th nationally) and ranking second in free-throw percentage (88.6%, 11th nationally). In LCU's thrilling NCAA tournament victory over UCCS, Foster delivered a historic 32-point performance, breaking the program's NCAA postseason single-game scoring record and surpassing the 2,000-career point milestone.

2 > Maddox Magic: Maci Maddox continues to shine as one of the nation's most efficient playmakers, leading the LSC and ranking 5th nationally in assist-to-turnover ratio (2.52). She also tops the conference in total assists (136, 31st nationally) and assists per game (4.0, 58th nationally). Maddox played a crucial role in LCU's NCAA tournament win over UCCS, filling the stat sheet with 12 points, eight rebounds, and four assists. She remains one of the LSC's most utilized players, averaging 36.53 minutes per game (18th nationally, 2nd in LSC), ensuring her impact on both ends of the floor.

3 > Defensive Lockdown: LCU's defense continues to stifle opponents, ranking 3rd in the LSC and 9th nationally in scoring defense (53.4 PPG allowed). The Lady Chaps also rank 2nd in the LSC in blocks per game (3.9, 43rd nationally) and 3rd in field-goal percentage defense (35.8%, 30th nationally). In their NCAA tournament victory over UCCS, LCU's defense played a key role, holding UCCS to just 39.1% shooting from the field and 21.7% from three-point range. Audrey Robertson contributed four steals, while Reese Schumann continued to protect the paint with a strong defensive presence.

4 > Charity: LCU remains one of the top free-throw shooting teams in the nation, ranking 2nd in the LSC and 14th nationally in free-throw percentage (78.3%). Foster continues to lead the team, ranking 1st in the LSC in total free throws made (163, 6th nationally) and 2nd in percentage (88.6%, 11th nationally). The Lady Chaps' efficiency at the line proved crucial in their NCAA tournament victory, with Foster's clutch free throws helping them secure the win down the stretch. Historically, LCU shoots 78.8% from the line in NCAA tournament play, with Foster boasting a career postseason free-throw percentage of 88.9%.
 
5 > Deep Threat Duo: LCU remains a premier three-point shooting team, leading the LSC and ranking 4th nationally in three-point percentage (37.6%). Foster continues to lead the conference at 44.6% (4th nationally), while Audrey Robertson ranks 4th in the LSC at 41.6%. The duo has combined for 141 made threes, with Foster ranking 1st in the LSC (79, 14th nationally) and Robertson 4th (62, 67th nationally). Their perimeter shooting played a pivotal role in LCU's NCAA tournament victory, as Robertson knocked down two critical three-pointers in the first half to help the Lady Chaps build an early lead over UCCS.
 
MILESTONING 
Grace Foster continues to cement her place in Lubbock Christian University history, surpassing 2,000 career points—a milestone only completed by Foster in LCU history. Foster's 2,006 career points ranks eighth among active NCAA Division II players, and Feb. 13, she passed Nicole Hampton's all-time scoring mark (1,796 points from 2011-16). In addition, Foster has 875 career rebounds, which has her ranking third in program history. She needs 37 rebounds to pass Mamy N'Kolomoni (911, 1998-02) to move into second in program history. Audrey Robertson (sitting with 1,374 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 (has 1,261). 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. Additionally for Maddox, she is third all-time in career assists (443, ranks 17^th actively in DII). As for Robertson, she is actively second in all of Division II with 155 games played and is a game away from passing Allie Schulte for the program's career record for games played (155).
 
SINGLE STONES 
Grace Foster's 696 points this season is a program single-season record… Foster's 444 field goal attempts are the third-most in a single season… Foster's 227 made field goals are third-most in a single season… Foster's 79 three-points this season are tied for third-most in a single season… Foster's 163 made free-throws are the third-most in a single season…

CONFERENCE CONVERSATION 
LCU finished 21-1 in Lone Star Conference play, tying with Texas Woman's for the best conference record, while going a perfect 14-0 in West Division games to secure their third regular-season LSC title. Grace Foster led LCU, averaging 19.1 points per game (second in the LSC) and 7.0 rebounds per game, while shooting 51.9% from the field, 49.0% from three-point range (first in the LSC), and 88.4% from the free-throw line (first in the LSC). Maci Maddox contributed 12.2 points per game and led the LSC in assist-to-turnover ratio (3.2) while ranking second in assists per game (4.1). Audrey Robertson added 11.5 points and 4.5 rebounds per game, shooting 41.8% from three-point range. LCU finished second in the LSC in scoring defense (52.9 PPG allowed) and led the conference in three-point percentage (37.7%), while ranking third in free-throw percentage (77.7%) and second in blocks per game (3.8). The Lady Chaps also posted a +16.3 scoring margin for the season.
 
TOURNEY TALK
Lubbock Christian is shooting 47.6% all-time in NCAA South Central Regional games, while holding opponents to a 38.5% shooting mark from the field and a 26.4% shooting woe from long range. Former Lady Chaps Maddi Chitsey is LCU's all-time leading scorer in regional action (in average scoring), averaging 17.2 points per game (she played in six career NCAA regional contests) and compiling 103 points. Grace Foster is LCU's career leader in overall points scored in regional play with 131 career points in 8 career games. Allie Schulte is LCU's all-time leader in NCAA postseason scoring with 205 career points (in 18 games, which is the highest amount of postseason games played by a Lady Chap).
 
LCU's ALL-TIME REGIONALS ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM
 
2015-2016
Tess Bruffey (MOP)
Nicole Hampton
Haley Fowler
 
2017-2018
Tess Bruffey (MOP)
Maddi Chitsey
 
2018-2019
Olivia Robertson (MOP)
Maddi Chitsey
 
2020-2021
Emma Middleton (MOP)
Allie Schulte
Juliana Robertson
 
2021-2022
Ashton Duncan
Juliana Robertson
 
2022-2023
Grace Foster
Maci Maddox
 
PUT IT IN NEUTRAL
Lubbock Christian has posted a solid 7-3 record in neutral-site games this season, outscoring opponents by an average margin of 8.7 points per game (64.7 to 56.0). The Lady Chaps remain efficient on both ends, shooting 44.4% from the field and 36.4% from three while holding opponents to just 37.0% overall and 27.7% from deep. Grace Foster leads the team with 22.6 points and 8.5 rebounds per game, while Audrey Robertson contributes 12.3 points on 50.6% shooting, including a team-best 48.7% from beyond the arc. Maci Maddox has also been valuable in neutral site play with 13.0 points per game and 48.4% shooting mark (15/31) from outside. LCU also holds a +1.0 rebounding edge, averages 12.2 assists, and records 4.0 blocks per game.
 
EYE-OPENING
The 2024-25 season marks LCU's 12th since leaving the NAIA and LCU is 317-61 record (83.9%) in that span. In NCAA postseason play, the Lady Chaps are 25-4 all-time (86.2%).
 
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).
 
LCU is ranked No. 10 (D2CSC) and No.11 (WBCA) in the national polls this week. This season, LCU holds a 1-3 record against nationally ranked opponents, with all matchups coming against top-10 programs.
 
FIVE THINGS ABOUT WTAMU
1 > West Texas A&M wrapped up the regular season with an 18-11 overall record and a 12-10 mark in Lone Star Conference play, finishing tied for fourth in the West Division standings. The Lady Buffs have been dominant at home, posting a 12-4 record at the First United Bank Center, but have struggled on the road (4-7). WT arrives into the semifinal matchup after a 58-47 upset win over No.2-seed UT Tyler.
 
2 > West Texas A&M's Kyla Kane (Second Team), Randi Harding (Third Team), and Claire Graham (Third Team) are All-Conference selections for the Lady Buffs.

3 > One of West Texas A&M's strongest areas is at the free-throw line, where they excel both as a team and individually. The Lady Buffs ranked third in the conference in free throws made per game (13.61) and free throw attempts per game (19.00), converting at a respectable 71.6% clip. Leading the way is junior guard Kyla Kane, who dominates from the charity stripe, shooting an impressive 89.4%, ranking first in the Lone Star Conference and sixth nationally.

4 > The Lady Buffs are one of the better rebounding teams in the conference, particularly on the defensive end. They ranked second in the LSC in defensive rebounds per game (28.0). Forward Taylor Haggan plays a key role, ranking eighth in the conference in total rebounds (223) and posting 7.2 rebounds per game. Despite their strong presence on the defensive glass, their offensive rebounding (11.2 per game, 5th in LSC) showed they could improve in creating second-chance opportunities.

5 > West Texas A&M's three-point shooting ranks eighth in the conference in three-pointers made per game (6.1) and three-point percentage (30.0%). Kane and Claire Graham are the team's primary deep threats, combining for 100 made threes on the season.

THE SERIES AGAINST WTAMU
Lubbock Christian swept West Texas A&M in the regular seasons Rivalry on the Range series this season, winning 70-56 in Canyon on Jan. 5 and 59-44 in Lubbock on Jan. 30. In the first matchup, Audrey Robertson's 19 points and Maci Maddox's 18-point, 10-assist double-double led LCU to victory, while WT struggled with 31.7% shooting. The rematch saw Grace Foster dominate with 30 points and 14 rebounds. The Lady Chaps' defense held WT to just 5.9% from three in Game 2. LCU also claimed a win in the LSC Championships 55-34 to hand WT their lowest offensive output in program history. With the 3-0 record against WT this season, LCU is 13-6 all-time against WT, winning five straight. A win Saturday for LCU would mark sweeping the series for a second consecutive season.
 
LCU and WT are separated by 110 miles, but the two teams have only met 19 prior times (16 meetings since 2020). Of their 19 prior meetings, three have been in NCAA postseason play (LCU has 2-1 record in NCAA postseason play) and two have been in the Lone Star Conference Championships (both in Frisco). LCU is 2-1 in NCAA postseason play against WT and all three meetings have been in the regional championship (2016, 2018 and 2022) and all won by the host team. WT won the 2022 edition in Canyon 59-54.
 
ACTIVE LADY CHAP LEADERS VS. WTAMU
LCU's active career leaders against WTAMU:

Grace Foster 11gp, 15.3 pts, 6.3 reb. 39/42 FT
Maci Maddox 10gp, 10.0 pts, 12/24 3-FG
Audrey Robertson 13gp, 7.4 pts, 12/31 3-FG

PRIOR MEETING AGAINST WTAMU
FRISCO, Texas (Mar. 15, 2026) – LCU 55 – WT 43
No. 2-seed Lubbock Christian dominated defensively, setting a Lone Star Conference Championships record for fewest points allowed in a game, as they cruised past No. 7-seed West Texas A&M 55-34 in Thursday's quarterfinal matchup at Comerica Center. Grace Foster and Maci Maddox combined for 40 points, accounting for 72.7% of LCU's scoring.
 
Foster led the Lady Chaps with 21 points and five blocks, while Maddox added 19 points and five steals. LCU's defense stifled West Texas A&M, holding the Lady Buffs to just 24.1% shooting, including 15.4% from beyond the arc. The Lady Chaps recorded a season-high 16 steals, converting them into a 19-10 advantage in points off turnovers. West Texas A&M (18-12) struggled offensively despite a strong effort from Kyla Kane, who scored 16 points and grabbed seven rebounds, with 10 of her points coming in the opening quarter.
 
LCU took control early with an 11-0 run in the first quarter, establishing a 13-2 lead before settling into an 18-12 advantage. The Lady Chaps extended their lead to 29-18 at halftime behind 27 combined points from Maddox and Foster. The third quarter saw LCU methodically build its lead, using a 7-0 run late in the period to enter the fourth with a 44-28 cushion. Another 7-0 surge to start the final frame sealed the outcome, with Foster capping her performance with a five-point quarter as LCU put together a dominant 19-2 run.
 
LCU's defensive performance was historic, holding WT to a tournament-record 34 points while forcing 23 turnovers. Foster's five-block effort was the most by an LCU player in LSC Championship history, while the team's 16 steals were their most in the event. Despite being out-rebounded 41-34, LCU's defense proved overwhelming, as WT converted just three points from 17 offensive boards.