FRISCO, Texas (March 8, 2025) – The No. 8 Lubbock Christian University Lady Chaparrals, Lone Star Conference regular-season leaders and West Division champions, have a chance to advance to the Championship Game of the LSC Tournament Saturday at 2:30 p.m. The No. 2-seeded Lady Chaparrals will put their 18-game winning streak on the line against No. 6-seeded Texas A&M-Kingsville, which aims to continue its Cinderella run after upsetting the No. 3 seed in Thursday's quarterfinals to reach the semifinals.
 
This marks LCU's sixth season in the LSC and the fifth time they have advanced to the semifinals round, where they are 2-2 all-time. LCU has dropped their last two games in the semis and they seek their first LSC Championships title game appearance since 2021.

LSC WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS
OPPONENT	LOCATION	DAY	TIME (CT)	VIDEO	RADIO	STATS
No.6-Seed Texas A&M-Kingsville	Frisco, Texas	Sat., Mar. 8	2:30 p.m.	Watch	Listen	Stats

    
 
SCENARIOS
IF LCU WINS: If the Lady Chaps defeats TAMUK, they will improve to 29-3 on the season and will advance to the tournament championship game to face either No.1-seed Texas Woman's or No.5-seed Angelo State Sunday at 1 p.m. in Frisco.
 
IF LCU LOSES: If the Lady Chaps fall to the Javelinas, their record will drop to 28-4, they will be eliminated from the tournament and will await an at-large bid for the NCAA Division II South Central Region Tournament (eight-team tournament). The NCAA Division II Women's Basketball Selection Show will air Sunday, Mar. 9 at 9:30
p.m. on NCAA.com.
 
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.
 
DYNAMIC DUO AND DEFENSE
LCU dominated No. 7-seed West Texas A&M, 55-34, in Thursday's Lone Star Conference quarterfinals, setting a tournament record for fewest points allowed. Grace Foster (21 points, five blocks) and Maci Maddox (19 points, five steals) powered LCU's offense, accounting for 72.7% of its scoring. The Lady Chaps (28-3) forced 23 turnovers, notching a season-high 16 steals.
 
RANKINGS
Lubbock Christian University moved to No. 2 in the latest NCAA Division II South Central Region rankings, released March 5, with Texas Woman's taking over the top spot. The rankings, which list teams in order, have LCU firmly in second, followed by UT Tyler, Colorado Mesa, and Eastern New Mexico rounding out the top five. West Texas A&M, Adams State, Angelo State, Black Hills State, and CSU Pueblo complete the top 10. The final regional rankings, set for release Sunday after conference tournaments, will determine the eight teams advancing to the regional tournament, with the top seed earning hosting rights.
 
CHAP-TIVATING STATS: 5 LADY CHAP FACTS
1 > Grace's Greatness: Grace Foster continues to shine as the Lone Star Conference's top scorer, now leading with 617 total points (9th nationally, 1st in LSC) and maintaining her 19.9 PPG scoring average (12th nationally, 2nd in LSC). Foster remains the LSC's most efficient three-point shooter, ranking first in three-point percentage (47.7%, 2nd nationally) and second in total threes made (73, 21st nationally). She also dominates at the free-throw line, leading the conference in total free throws made (140, 12th nationally) and ranking second in percentage (87.0%, 16th nationally). In LCU's record-setting 55-34 win over West Texas A&M, Foster posted 21 points and five blocks, contributing to LCU's dominant defensive effort.
 
2 > Maddox Magic: Maci Maddox remains one of the nation's most efficient playmakers, leading the LSC and ranking third nationally in assist-to-turnover ratio (2.80). She also leads the conference in assists per game (4.0, 64th nationally) and total assists (123, 43rd nationally). Maddox played a key role in LCU's historic defensive performance against West Texas A&M, scoring 19 points while adding five steals. She is also the LSC's second-most utilized player, averaging 36.06 minutes per game (24th nationally, 2nd in LSC), ensuring her impact is felt on both ends of the floor.

3 > Defensive Lockdown: LCU's defense continues to be one of the best in the nation, ranking second in the LSC and seventh nationally in scoring defense (52.3 PPG allowed). The Lady Chaps also rank second in the LSC in blocks per game (3.9, 44th nationally) and third in field-goal percentage defense (35.2%, 19th nationally). In their quarterfinal win over West Texas A&M, LCU's defense made history, setting an LSC Championships record for fewest points allowed (34). The Lady Chaps also recorded a season-high 16 steals, leading to a 19-10 advantage in points off turnovers.
 
4 > Charity: LCU remains one of the top free-throw shooting teams in the nation, ranking second in the LSC and 20th nationally in free-throw percentage (77.6%). Foster leads the charge, ranking first in the LSC in total free throws made (140, 12th nationally) and second in percentage (87.0%). The Lady Chaps' efficiency at the line played a crucial role in their latest win, with clutch free throws helping maintain their lead in a commanding quarterfinal victory. In the LSC Championships, LCU shoots 78.8% from the line as a team (historically). Foster is 24-of-27 (88.9%) all-time in the tournament, which is the third-best all-time by a Lady Chaps member in the tournament, as Emma Middleton (10-of-10, 100%) and Laynee Burr (23-of-24, 95.8%) lead LCU all-time from the line in the event (minimum 10 attempts).
 
5 > Deep Threat Duo: LCU continues to light it up from beyond the arc, leading the LSC and ranking fourth nationally in three-point percentage (37.8%). Foster leads the conference at 47.7% (2nd nationally), while Audrey Robertson is sixth in the LSC at 44.0%. The duo has combined for 132 made threes, with Foster ranking second in the conference (73, 21st nationally) and Robertson sixth (59). Their perimeter shooting was critical in the win over West Texas A&M, helping LCU secure their 18th consecutive victory and advance to the LSC semifinals.
 
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 1,927 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) and also surpassed 1,800 career points. In addition, Foster has 848 career rebounds, which has her ranking third in program history. She needs 64 rebounds to pass Mamy N'Kolomoni (911, 1998-02) to move into second in program history. Audrey Robertson (sitting with 1,346 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 1,210). 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 fourth all-time in career assists (430) and needs 10 to pass Haley Burton (439 from 2010-15) to move into third all-time in program history. As for Robertson, she is actively third in all of Division II with 152 games played.
 
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 appearing in their sixth LSC conference tournament (LSC Championship). The Lady Chaps hold a 10-3 all-time record in LSC Championship tournament games (6-3 in Frisco). LCU won the tournament in 2020 and 2021 (both over Texas A&M-Commerce). LCU's all-time leading scorer in LSC Championship play is Allie Schulte (now Allie Hicks), who had 112 career points in nine career games (average of 12.4 points per game, which also leads LCU's career LSC Championship marks). Grace Foster leads the active roster historically in the LSC Championships with an average of 14.9 points in six games (104 total, which is second all-time, needing 9 points to catch Allie Schulte' career program-leading mark of 112). She is 10-of-24 (41.7%) from three-point land and 24-of-27 from the free-throw line in her career in the tournament. The Lady Chaps average 69.6 points historically in championships play, with a field goal shooting mark of 43.8%. They are 36.6% from the perimeter and 78.8% from the line historically. LCU averages an allowance of 61.1 points per game historically and their defense has a pace of holding opponents to 37.6% shooting from the field.
 
PUT IT IN NEUTRAL
Lubbock Christian has posted a strong 5-2 record in neutral-site games this season, outscoring opponents by an average margin of 11.1 points per game (63.7 to 52.6). The Lady Chaps maintain efficiency on both ends, shooting 44.2% from the field and 37.0% from three while holding opponents to just 34.8% overall and 28.7% from deep. Grace Foster leads the team with 21.0 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, while Audrey Robertson adds 13.6 points on 50.8% shooting, including a team-best 51.6% from beyond the arc. LCU also holds a +1.6 rebounding edge, averages 12.4 assists, and records 3.9 blocks per game.
 
EYE-OPENING
The 2024-25 season marks LCU's 12th since leaving the NAIA and LCU is 315-60 record (84.0%) 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).
 
LCU is ranked No. 8 (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 TAMUK
1 > Texas A&M-Kingsville has put together a resilient and balanced season, finishing 18-11 overall and 13-9 in Lone Star Conference play to earn a spot in the LSC Tournament semifinals. The Javelinas have relied on their defensive identity, holding opponents to low shooting percentages, while their balanced offensive attack—led by standout performances from Shelby Ray, Abby Bala, and Aina Maynou—has kept them competitive against the league's top teams. Their signature win came in the quarterfinals, upsetting No. 5 UT-Tyler, 65-56, behind Ray's double-double and Bala's clutch shooting. Head coach Michael Madrid has emphasized a "playing for March" mentality, a mindset that has helped the program take a significant step forward after years of rebuilding.
 
2 > TAMUK has established itself as a defensive force, ranking 19th nationally and 4th in the Lone Star Conference in scoring defense by allowing just 55.2 points per game. Their ability to limit opponents' shooting is evident in their 37.3% field goal percentage defense, which is 6th in the conference.

3 > The Javelinas shoot the ball well, ranking 32nd nationally and 3rd in the conference with a 43.9% field goal percentage. They also excel in three-point shooting, ranking 29th in the nation and 2nd in the conference at 34.1% from deep. However, they rank 224th nationally and 12th in the conference with just 60.2 points per game.

4 > TAMUK maintains a respectable assist-to-turnover ratio of 0.95, ranking 56th in the country and 5th in the Lone Star Conference. They commit just 14.5 turnovers per game, which ranks 55th nationally, showing their ability to take care of the ball. Guards Abby Bala and Aina Maynou play key roles in this efficiency, with Bala ranking 96th in assists (98 total) and Maynou close behind at 137th (89 assists).

5 > Texas A&M-Kingsville had three players earn Lone Star Conference postseason honors. Senior forward Janessa Payne was named to the All-LSC Third Team averaging 8.0 points and 3.1 rebounds per game while shooting 41.4% from three-point range. Senior guard Abby Bala and sophomore guard Kaycee Groves received All-LSC Honorable Mention recognition. Bala averages 9.3 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game, while Groves contributes 9.3 points and 5.2 rebounds per contest.

THE SERIES AGAINST TAMUK
Lubbock Christian is 1-0 this season against TAMUK, as the Lady Chaparrals dominated the Javelinas 59-43 on Feb. 22 in Kingsville, fueled by Grace Foster's 19 points and a hot 60% first-half shooting. The Lady Chaps extended their win streak to 16 while forcing 13 turnovers and committing a season-low five. Maci Maddox added 12 points, and Audrey Robertson scored nine. LCU opened on a 10-0 run, led by 25-9 after one quarter, and held TAMUK to 38.6% shooting with just one second-chance point. TAMUK had no players in double figures.
 
The two squads are meeting for the seventh time ever, with all meetings coming since joining the Lone Star Conference. LCU has a 5-1 series lead after their regular season meeting in Kingsville. LCU claimed a 74-72 overtime win over the Javelinas the last time they met in Frisco (Mar. 2, 2023 – quarterfinals), as Grace Foster scored 24 points to help LCU hold the win after surrendering a 10-1 late TAMUK run to force OT. Michael Madrid is in his sixth season as head coach of the Javelinas. He served as an assistant coach at LCU under Steve Gomez from 2005-2010. The meeting Saturday will mark the seventh time (non-exhibition) in which a former LCU assistant under Gomez has gone head-to-head coaching against Gomez (Gomez holds a 5-1 edge against Madrid). 

ACTIVE LADY CHAP LEADERS VS. TAMUK
LCU's active career leaders against TAMUK:

Grace Foster 5gp, 17.8 points p/g, 13/26 3fg
Maci Maddox 5gp, 8.6 points p/g, 3.8 assists p/g
Audrey Robertson 5gp, 6.8 points p/g, 2.0 assists p/g

PRIOR MEETING AGAINST TAMUK
KINGSVILLE, Texas (Feb. 20, 2025) – LCU 59– TAMUK 43
Lubbock Christian University extended its winning streak to 16 games with a dominant 59-43 road victory over Texas A&M-Kingsville on Saturday, remaining tied atop the Lone Star Conference standings. Grace Foster led the Lady Chaps with 19 points, while the team shot 60% in the first half and committed a season-low five turnovers.
 
LCU never trailed for the ninth time this season, opening the game with a 10-0 run and taking control early. The Lady Chaps shot a scorching 71.4% in the first quarter, with Foster scoring eight points and the bench contributing eight more to give LCU a commanding 25-9 lead. Audrey Robertson, playing in her 150th career game, added seven second-quarter points, helping LCU maintain a double-digit lead and enter halftime up 36-24.
 
Coming out of the break, LCU continued to pull away. A 10-0 run in the third quarter, sparked by Maci Maddox's basket, extended the lead to 51-26. Maddox and Foster combined for 11 points in the period, while the Lady Chaps' defense held TAMUK to just two field goals and 18.2% shooting. LCU entered the fourth quarter with a 53-30 advantage.
 
Despite struggling offensively in the final frame, shooting just 1-of-9 from the field, LCU's defense remained dominant, limiting TAMUK to a 7-0 run that never threatened the outcome. The Lady Chaps forced 13 turnovers while committing just five, outscoring the Javelinas 11-5 in points off turnovers.
 
Maddox finished with 12 points, four assists, and three steals, while Robertson added nine points and three steals. LCU was nearly perfect at the free-throw line, going 12-of-13 (92.3%), with Foster making all four of her attempts. The Lady Chaps also claimed their eighth consecutive road victory, improving to 9-1 in away games.
 
TAMUK struggled offensively, with no players reaching double figures. Janessa Payne and Veyda Lake led the Javelinas with eight points each.