Upcoming Match: UNLV at Montana State
On Tuesday, November 18, the Montana State women’s basketball team will host UNLV at Worthington Arena in Bozeman, Montana. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. This matchup marks the starting point of an intense stretch for the Bobcats as they engage in a series of eight challenging non-conference games.
Game Details
- Teams: UNLV vs. Montana State
- Date: Tuesday, Nov. 18
- Time: 7 p.m. (MT)
- Location: Worthington Arena, Bozeman, MT
- Record:
- Montana State: 3-0, 0-0 BSC
- UNLV: 2-1, 0-0 MWC
- Series History: UNLV leads 3-0, with the last meeting on Nov. 13, 2021, resulting in an 80-42 victory for UNLV.
Bobcats’ Performance This Season
Montana State has started the season strong, boasting a 3-0 record, including a notable 86-72 victory over Portland on November 7. In that game, sophomore Taylee Chirrick shone with a career-best 23 points, supported by teammates Addison Harris (18 points), Brooke Fatupaito (14 points), and Brianne Bailey (10 points).
UNLV’s Recent Matchup
UNLV enters this game with a 2-1 record after a tough 62-54 loss against No. 7 Baylor. Despite holding a six-point lead at the start of the fourth quarter, the Rebels could not maintain their advantage, getting outscored 19-5 in the final minutes. Jasmyn Lott and Meadow Roland led the Rebels in scoring with 18 and 13 points, respectively, with Roland also recording a team-high 11 rebounds.
Noteworthy Statistics
- This season, Montana State ranks fourth nationally in steals per game, averaging 18.7, compared to their impressive record from last season, where they averaged 14.4 steals.
- Under Coach Tricia Binford, the Bobcats have excelled at home, amassing a remarkable 116-28 record in Worthington Arena since the 2014-15 season.
- Montana State has dominated the Big Sky Conference over the last five years, accumulating 84 league wins.
- Taylee Chirrick, the reigning Big Sky Conference Defensive Player of the Year, is currently among the nation’s leaders in steals.
Coach Tricia Binford’s Milestones
Tricia Binford, in her 21st season with Montana State, recently achieved her 309th career victory, surpassing former Weber State coach Carla Taylor for the second-most wins in Big Sky history. She holds a significant record of 362-253 overall and has been pivotal in elevating the program’s competitiveness.
Fan Engagement and Attendance
The Bobcats have seen an increase in fan engagement, averaging 3,297 attendees per game this season. They led the Big Sky Conference in attendance last year, making significant strides in attracting home crowd support.
Looking Ahead
The game against UNLV is just the beginning of a demanding road for the Bobcats, who will also face Troy, Colorado, North Dakota State, and Oregon among other competitors in the coming weeks. This challenging schedule will be pivotal as they prepare for the upcoming Big Sky Conference play.
