Northwest Lady Texans continue to make an impact on the court

The Northwest Lady Texans basketball program has been working their way through their season with an intensity on the court that hasn't been matched by many others. As the team continues to battle in the playoffs, VYPE DFW takes a dive into their season so far and what fans can expect moving forward.

Regular Season Play

Jumping back on track this season, the Lady Texans have been a force to be reckoned with on the court. With determination and skill, Northwest has taken every opportunity to prove themselves and show that they belong playing against the best in the state. Using adversity and challenges in preseason play to their advantage, the Lady Texans posted wins over the likes of Flower Mound Marcus, Abilene Cooper, San Antonio Brandeis, Grapevine, Frisco Emerson, and more as they sharpened their skills for district play.

Throughout district, the team fought hard while defeating Saginaw, Aledo, Mesquite Poteet, Frisco Centennial, Azle, Granbury, and more. Finishing third in their district with a 7-5 district record, the Lady Texans knew what that nothing was going to be handed to them in the playoffs. More importantly, the Lady Texans knew the kind of hard work it would take for them to continue to succeed.

UIL Playoffs

So far in the playoffs, Northwest has not slowed down or looked back as they took on their opponents. First up, the Lady Texans went head-to-head with Arlington Heights where they were able to post a 50-34 victory in order to make it to the next round. Most recently, the Lady Texans went up against a strong Argyle squad. In a back and forth, hard-fought match, the Lady Texans were able to post the narrow 37-35 victory over the Lady Eagles.

Advancing to the regional quarterfinals can only mean great things for the Lady Texans- even if they must stay focused and be more determined than ever to face off against an incredible Mansfield Timberview squad. The two teams are set to face off on Tuesday, February 21st with the winner heading to the regional semifinals.

What To Expect

The team has continued to play with tenacity and drive on the court. Fans can expect the Lady Texans to be sharp against Mansfield Timberview on Tuesday as they look to continue advancing in the UIL Girls Basketball Playoffs. Focus, determination, and smart playing has gotten the Lady Texans this far and it's sure to continue through the final whistle of their final game. Be sure to catch these ladies in action, you aren't going to want to miss a single moment of them on the court.