BEAUMONT, Texas – Six players scored in double figures as Lamar University recorded a 96-47 exhibition victory over North American Wednesday evening at Neches Federal Credit Union Arena at the Montagne Center. LU scored at least 20 points in three of the four quarters.

Solenne Olenga led the Cardinals with a double-double, recording 17 points and 15 rebounds. Kennedi Alexander added 16 points, while Jada Graves and Shaila Forman each scored 12. Forman also registered seven steals. Jacei Denley and Kamryn Wilson finished with 11 points apiece.

Big Red shot 50 percent from the field, including 11 3-pointers. Lamar dominated the paint with 44 points and received 33 points from the bench. Defensively, the Cardinals held NAU to 35.6 percent shooting. 

The Cardinals will open the 2026-27 regular season Monday when they host Louisiana Christian. Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., and the game will be streamed on ESPN+.