MONTERREY, Mexico — Tec Mty Cem W produced a dominant 83-45 victory over UPAEP W in the Mexico ABE League Women on October 24, 2026. The home side overwhelmed UPAEP with full-court pressure and transition scoring, turning the game into a one-sided affair well before the final whistle.

Tec Mty Cem set the tone early

Tec Mty Cem came out flying, opening the game with a 14-0 run that immediately put UPAEP on the back foot. Their full-court press forced a series of turnovers, and the home side converted those mistakes into easy layups. UPAEP struggled to handle the pressure, and by the end of the first quarter, the deficit had already reached double figures.

The second quarter followed a similar pattern. Tec Mty Cem continued to dominate the glass and push the tempo, while UPAEP’s half-court offense struggled to generate clean looks. A late three-pointer gave UPAEP a small boost before halftime, but the game was already firmly in Tec Mty Cem’s control.

• First quarter: Tec Mty Cem W 22, UPAEP W 10
• Second quarter: Tec Mty Cem W 21, UPAEP W 12
• Third quarter: Tec Mty Cem W 20, UPAEP W 13
• Fourth quarter: Tec Mty Cem W 20, UPAEP W 10

Key moments: the opening run and third-quarter finish

The opening 14-0 run was the defining moment of the game. UPAEP never fully recovered, and every time they threatened to string together a few baskets, Tec Mty Cem answered with a run of their own. The most emphatic response came late in the third quarter, when Tec Mty Cem closed the period with a 9-2 surge to extend the lead to 30 points heading into the final frame.

Tactical story: pressure defense and rebounding dominance

Tec Mty Cem’s defensive pressure was relentless. They forced UPAEP into rushed passes, contested shots, and numerous turnovers, which fueled their transition attack. On the boards, Tec Mty Cem held a clear advantage, limiting UPAEP to very few second-chance opportunities. Offensively, the home side shared the ball well and attacked the rim with purpose, finishing with a balanced scoring effort.

UPAEP’s best stretches came when they slowed the game down and looked to attack inside, but those moments were too infrequent. Their guards struggled against the press, and their shooters were unable to find enough open looks from the perimeter.

Standout performers

Valeria Gómez led Tec Mty Cem with a strong all-around performance, scoring inside and out while also helping control the glass. Fernanda Castillo was excellent in transition, turning steals into easy baskets and setting the tone with her defensive energy. For UPAEP, Mariana López competed hard and was one of the few players able to create scoring chances against Tec Mty Cem’s pressure.

Season impact

The win boosts Tec Mty Cem W’s standing in the Mexico ABE League Women and sends a clear message about their defensive capability. UPAEP W, meanwhile, will need to work on ball security and breaking pressure before their next game. A 38-point defeat is a tough result, but the film will provide clear areas for improvement.