AUM’s Tamora Brown Drops 41, Warhawks Fall 99–95 in Overtime Thriller vs. West Alabama

Season-high offensive night, historic efficiency, and a late comeback push Auburn University at Montgomery to the brink in Gulf South Conference showdown

MONTGOMERY, Ala. | The Auburn University at Montgomery Warhawks delivered one of their most electric performances of the season Thursday night, but it wasn’t enough to finish the job. Powered by a career night from sophomore Tamora Brown, AUM pushed the University of West Alabama Tigers to the limit before falling 99–95 in overtime at the AUM Athletics Complex.

Brown was nothing short of sensational, pouring in a season-high and career-best 41 points, along with seven steals in 38 minutes, as the Warhawks (2–12, GSC 2–6) showcased their offensive ceiling in a game that swung wildly in momentum and intensity.

Fast Start, Strong Response

AUM opened the game grinding for points in the first quarter, tallying 11 total as Brown scored the Warhawks’ first bucket of the night. Ameyah Gray knocked down a three, while Samya Brooks and Nevaeh Small added timely contributions to keep AUM within striking distance early.

The game flipped decisively in the second quarter, as the Warhawks exploded on both ends of the floor. AUM outscored West Alabama 26–6, seizing control behind perimeter shooting and defensive pressure. Gray drilled two threes, Andie Flatgard added another, and Small’s layup gave AUM a 30–29 lead. Brown closed the half with six straight points, sending the Warhawks into halftime up 37–31.

Brown Takes Over

Coming out of the break, AUM continued to dictate pace. Flatgard opened the third quarter with a three-point play, before Brown went on an 8–0 personal run, repeatedly attacking off the dribble. Shelby McAllister chipped in during a balanced stretch that saw AUM outscore UWA 30–22, extending the lead to 67–53 entering the fourth.

Brown was unstoppable in the period, scoring 17 points in the third quarter alone, as AUM appeared poised to secure a signature conference win.

Late Drama Forces Overtime

West Alabama mounted a furious fourth-quarter comeback, and the teams traded momentum down the stretch. McAllister delivered in the clutch, scoring eight points in the quarter, including the game-tying basket with 7.1 seconds left to force overtime at 87–87.

AUM opened overtime with confidence. Flatgard scored inside, and McAllister buried her third three of the night, giving the Warhawks an early edge. But West Alabama answered late, tying the game at 95–95 before pulling away in the final moments to escape with the four-point overtime win.

Historic Night Despite the Loss

Despite the heartbreak, Thursday’s performance marked a season-best and one of the most efficient offensive nights in recent program history for AUM.

Team Season Highs Set by AUM:

• Points: 95
• Field Goals Made: 38
• Field Goal Percentage: 49.4% (38-of-77)
• Three-Pointers Made: 8
• Free-Throw Percentage: 84.6% (11-of-13)
• Assists: 14
• Steals: 14

The Warhawks led by as many as 18 points, while West Alabama’s largest advantage was 19. UWA held a narrow edge in the paint, outscoring AUM 56–52 inside.

Brooks finished with 11 points and four rebounds, while Flatgard posted a season-high eight points and dished out seven assists.

What’s Next

AUM returns to Gulf South Conference action on Saturday, Jan. 10, hosting University of Alabama in Huntsville Chargers at the AUM Athletics Complex. Tipoff is set for 2 p.m. CT, as the Warhawks look to build on Thursday’s offensive breakout and convert momentum into a much-needed conference win.

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-- By Andréa Mochida

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