San Diego staged a dramatic second-half surge to defeat Tarleton State 96-90 in overtime on Friday night, capping a gritty performance that saw the Toreros overcome a significant halftime deficit. The game turned on the back of Dusty Stromer, who erupted for 18 points in the second half alone to flip the script after San Diego trailed 46-32 at the break. Stromer finished with a game-high 22 points, showcasing his resilience by draining 12 of 12 free throws despite struggling from the field with 4-of-12 shooting.
Toreros erase 14-point deficit as Stromer’s 22-point performance drives historic comeback.
The momentum shift was fueled by a balanced offensive attack from the Toreros, with Jevon Hill contributing 18 points and Davion Hill adding 16 to support Stromer’s heroics. While Tarleton State’s T.J. Cope led the Texans with 20 points and Leroy Kelly IV provided 19 points and six rebounds, the visitors could not contain San Diego’s late-game surge. The contest remained tight enough to require extra time, where Chace Holley proved decisive, scoring six of his 13 total points in the overtime period to secure the victory for the home side.
This win improves San Diego’s record to 2-0, highlighting the team’s ability to execute under pressure and close out high-scoring affairs. For Tarleton State, the loss drops them to 1-1, serving as a cautionary tale about the dangers of falling behind in the first half against a motivated opponent. Franck Emmou’s 17 points and six assists for the Texans were not enough to offset the Toreros’ second-half dominance, marking a pivotal early-season statement for San Diego’s basketball program.
Source: Yahoo Sports
