University of Delaware Athletics
Sunday, December 3
Pittsburgh, Pa.
2 PM
University of Delaware
at
Duquesne
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Women’s Basketball Continues Road Trip To Face Duquesne
12/2/2023 1:04:00 PM | Women's Basketball
PITTSBURGH, Pa. – The University of Delaware women's basketball team is set to wrap up its road journey in Pittsburgh, Pa., on Sunday afternoon, facing off against Duquesne inside UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse. Tipoff is slated for 2 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN+.
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ABOUT THE HENS
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ABOUT THE HENS
- Wednesday evening (Nov. 29) witnessed the Blue Hens getting back on track and clinching a decisive 68-58 victory on the road against American.
- This win for the Blue Hens added to the Eagles' ongoing struggle, marking their fifth consecutive loss.
- Tara Cousins continued to spearhead the charge for the Blue Hens, excelling for the second consecutive game with a remarkable career-high of 23 points on yet another night of exceptional shooting efficiency.
Her return home was nothing short of a celebration as she boasted a 50 percent shooting accuracy from the field (8-16) and an impressive 60 percent from beyond the arc (6-10). Not only did she showcase her scoring abilities, but she also grabbed a career-best nine rebounds while contributing two assists. - Backing Cousins' standout performance were three additional double-digit scorers: Sydney Boone with 11 points, Klarke Sconiers with 10 points, and Darrionna Howard also tallying 10 points.
- The defensive front was equally impressive, with Boone, Chloe Wilson, and Rebecca Demeke wreaking havoc by each securing two steals.
- As of Friday, Dec. 1, Cousins stands at the 16th spot nationally for her remarkable average of 3.17 successful three-pointers per game, leading the CAA in this category. She also ranks 52nd nationally for her total of 19 three-pointers, maintaining her leadership position within the conference.
- Sconiers, on the other hand, holds the 27th spot nationally for her exceptional 60 percent accuracy in field goals, securing the fourth position among the competitive CAA rankings.
- Meanwhile, Wilson claims the 39th spot nationally for converting 33 free throws, securing a strong second-place position within the conference. Additionally, she holds the 50th spot nationally for the number of free throw attempts, ranking second in the conference in this statistical category.
- As Sunday's game approaches, Duquesne enters the matchup with a 3-2 record in this early stage of the season.
- Their most recent outing took place on Monday, Nov. 27, against Bowling Green in Ohio. The Falcons clinched a narrow 68-66 victory with a buzzer-beating floater, halting the Dukes' three-game winning streak.
- Amaya Hamilton had a career night as she led a trio of Dukes in double-figures, registering a career-high 28 points on 10-of-17 shooting from the floor.
- Nae Bernard finished the night with 14 points with three triples while collecting a pair of rebounds.
- Megan McConnell registered her 16th career double-double and second of the season with 13 points and 13 rebounds.
- Ayanna Townsend tallied eight points, two boards, and a steal while Tess Myers grabbed a season-high seven boards.
- This matchup marks the second encounter between head coaches Sarah Jenkins and Dan Burt, each leading their respective programs.
- Additionally, it signifies the third meeting in the history of both programs.
- The Dukes currently maintain a 2-1 overall advantage over the Blue Hens, boasting a flawless 1-0 record at home.
- Delaware and Duquesne last faced off precisely 364 days ago on Dec. 4, 2022. During that encounter, the Blue Hens welcomed the Dukes and suffered a 66-55 defeat on their home court.
- Notable contributors in that game included Cousins with nine points, three rebounds, and three steals, Sconiers scoring nine points and securing four rebounds, Nakiyah Mays-Prince adding six points, Mia Yanogacio contributing three points and two steals, while Michelle Ojo grabbed eight rebounds.
- McConnell was the last player to face Delaware and finish with a triple double (12p15r10a) on Dec. 4, 2022.
- The previous encounter between Delaware and Duquesne in Pittsburgh dates back to the 2012-2013 season. During that matchup, the Dukes secured a narrow 51-47 victory.
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