Texas Tech women's basketball exhibition features Okechukwu debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 9:07 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026

The Texas Tech women's basketball team appeared in an exhibition against Angelo State at United Supermarkets Arena. The match saw the Lady Raiders navigating injury challenges with only nine players dressed. Texas Tech, ranked 10th in the Big 12 preseason coaches' poll, won 81-40, highlighted by Jalynn Bristow scoring 26 points and Stephanie Okechukwu contributing 18 points in her debut. The exhibition marks an important early test for the team ahead of the regular season.
- •Texas Tech defeated Angelo State 81-40 in an exhibition match.
- •Jalynn Bristow scored 26 points; Stephanie Okechukwu debuted with 18 points.
- •The team dressed only nine players due to injuries.
- •Texas Tech was picked 10th in the Big 12 preseason coaches' poll.
- 9:07 AMYahoo Sports — Who started in Texas Tech women's basketball exhibition? Okechukwu debuts
"Texas Tech is already dealing with the injury bug. With a limited roster, here's who started for the Lady Raiders in their exhibition vs Angelo State.
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