Colorado College Tigers Struggle Offensively in Defeat to McMurry
Friday evening at Kimbrell Arena brought a rough outing for the Colorado College Tigers. They ran into a tough McMurry University squad and dropped the game, 54-37.
Colorado College entered with a strong season record—15-5 overall, 10-1 in their conference. But right from the start, their offense sputtered.
They managed a decent opening but couldn’t keep up with the War Hawks. McMurry seized the big moments and just didn’t let go.
Game Overview: Colorado College vs. McMurry
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The first quarter stayed tight, with the Tigers behind by just one, 7-6. Things changed in the second quarter, though—McMurry pulled away, outscoring Colorado College 19-10 for a 26-16 halftime lead.
The third quarter really tipped the scales. McMurry widened the gap, outscoring the Tigers 22-9.
Colorado College found a bit more energy in the fourth, but the damage was done. The deficit was just too much to erase.
Offensive Struggles for the Tigers
The Tigers’ offense just wasn’t there. They shot a rough 25.0 percent from the field, making only 15 of 60 attempts.
The three-point shooting was, honestly, brutal: 0-for-21 from deep. Missing everything from outside made it nearly impossible to close the gap.
McMurry’s Dominance in Key Quarters
Those second and third quarters really broke it open for McMurry. In the second, they outscored the Tigers 19-10 and set the tone.
Then, in the third, McMurry shot 52.9 percent (9-17) while Colorado College hit just 4-of-17. The lead ballooned to 23 points at one stage.
Key Players and Statistics
Despite the loss, a few Tigers stood out. Senior Kayla Mackel led with nine points and three rebounds.
Payton Gates came off the bench and chipped in 10 points on 5-of-7 shooting. Andie Will added six points, and Avery Johnson grabbed eight rebounds.
McMurry’s Balanced Attack
McMurry spread the scoring around. They shot 34.4 percent (21-61) and knocked down six three-pointers.
The War Hawks also took care of the boards, out-rebounding the Tigers 49-36, with a 13-9 edge on offensive rebounds.
Points in the Paint and Second-Chance Opportunities
Points in the paint were dead even at 26-26. But McMurry made the most of second-chance looks, outscoring the Tigers 9-3 there.
They controlled the pace for more than 31 minutes, which really says something about their execution.
Looking Ahead: Next Game Against Schreiner
Colorado College doesn’t have much time to dwell on this one. They’ll try to regroup Sunday at 1 p.m. MT against Schreiner.
This next matchup feels pretty important if they want to keep their season on track.
Key Areas for Improvement
If the Tigers want to bounce back, a few things need to change:
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- Improving Shooting Efficiency: They’ve got to find their touch, especially from three. Another 0-for-21 night just can’t happen.
- Rebounding: Getting tougher on the glass, both ends, is a must. More second-chance points and fewer for the other side could make a real difference.
- Maintaining Defensive Intensity: The defense needs to stay sharp all game—no letting opponents pull away early.
Support from Key Players
They’ll lean on Kayla Mackel, Payton Gates, Andie Will, and Avery Johnson. Their scoring, rebounding, and leadership matter now more than ever.
Conclusion
The Colorado College Tigers’ recent game against McMurry was a tough one. It really showed where the team could use a little work as they get ready for their next matchup.
If they focus on their offense, put more energy into grabbing rebounds, and keep up the defensive pressure, there’s a good chance they’ll turn things around. Fans who want to keep up with the team’s journey can check out updates on the official Colorado College athletics website.