In a commanding performance, the Gold Nuggets of Xavier University of Louisiana opened their game against Texas A&M-San Antonio with a strategy that paid off. The team went on to secure an 80-65 victory on Thursday evening. This triumph marked their 15th consecutive win, reinforcing their position at the top of the Red River Athletic Conference with an unblemished 12-0 record and placing them prominently at 25th in the NAIA rankings.

From the opening tip-off, the Gold Nuggets displayed remarkable synergy on the court, leading 38-28 at halftime and maintaining a double-digit lead throughout the second half. Kam Shelley led the charge with 16 points, while Joy Campbell followed closely with 15 points. Zaria Harleaux and Lauren Banks each added 14 points.

XULA’s bench also provided valuable support. Jala Williams dished out a game-high six assists and Sierra Headquist chipped in with nine points and eight rebounds.

The defeat for Texas A&M-San Antonio, a first-year varsity program, sits the team at a 12-5 overall record.

Looking ahead, XULA will remain in San Antonio, preparing for their next showdown against Our Lady of the Lake University on Saturday at 1 p.m. CST. The Nuggets aim to extend their historic streak. Remarkably, they are the only XULA basketball team, male or female, since 1941 to start a season with 15 consecutive victories.

This article sources information from Xavier University of Louisiana.