On the Hardwood

Lady Raider basketball acting as Team USA defeated Germany 69-63. This is a bit odd as this team is made up of mainly Lady Raiders, but includes some other players because Texas Tech’s international players cannot play and Bailey Maupin is out with injury. Adlee Blacklock had 15 points, Denae Fritz added 14 points, and Sydney Love had 12. Good first win for this group.

Christian Anderson is back in Lubbock after a strong performance at the FIBA U19 World Cup.

“This was our first World Cup and playing against teams we haven’t played before,” said Anderson of the experience. “I thought we played really well. There were a lot of different play styles. I think that will help me to keep getting better and smarter about the game. I think I was able to elevate my leadership also. Coach McCasland and our staff want me to be in a leadership role this season. Starting it this summer with Germany and coming back here helped me get used to being a leader on and off the court. I was over there for about five weeks having fun and competing. I missed being here with my teammates though. It’s a great feeling coming back and being around everyone from last year and really getting to know all the new guys.”

Elite skills on display 🔥 pic.twitter.com/DJnECNoiQZ

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Head coach Grant McCasland along with forward JT Toppin join Andy Katz to discuss all things Texas Tech basketball. This was the most I’ve ever heard JT talk (so it was enjoyable).