The UMBC Women's Basketball team is all set to make a mark as they prepare to continue their winning streak. On Sunday at 4 p.m. on ESPN+, they will be hosting Manhattan. This game holds great significance for the team as they look to build on their recent home wins.
Witness the UMBC Women's Basketball Team's Battle for Victory
UMBC's Recent Home Wins
The Retrievers (3 - 2) have been on a roll with two consecutive home victories. Against Morgan State, they emerged victorious with a score of 81 - 72. And in their last home game against American, they showed great resilience. With just over a minute left and the visitors cutting the lead to four, 49 - 45, the Retrievers made multiple defensive stops to hold on and secure the 50 - 45 win. Tiara Bellamy and Talia Davis each contributed 10 points to lead the team. Jaden Walker had an impressive game with a game-high 11 rebounds.Manhattan's Recent Success
Manhattan is also in great form. They recently won the Battle of the Bronx by beating rival Fordham with a score of 65 - 58. This win extended their win streak to four games overall. Tegan Young played a crucial role, pouring in a career-high 20 points to ensure the Manhattan win for the second year in a row.Last Meeting Between UMBC and Manhattan
Last December in New York City, UMBC and Manhattan faced off. Three Retrievers reached double-figures, but a fourth-quarter rally by Manhattan was too much as the Retrievers dropped a 68 - 52 decision. The Jaspers built a game-high 19-point lead at 45 - 26 midway through the third, but UMBC fought back and cut the deficit to 52 - 43 less than three minutes into the final frame. However, the hosts were unable to secure the victory.