Bryant Bulldogs Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over Stonehill

EASTON, MASS. – The Bryant University women’s basketball team achieved a significant victory against Stonehill, winning 77-48 on November 26, 2025. This win improves their record to 6-0, matching the best start in the program’s history.

Game Highlights

Nia Scott led the Bulldogs with 16 points, while Mimi Rubino contributed 13 points, Martina Boba added 12, and Mia Mancini scored 11. The Bulldogs have excelled on the road this season, boasting a 3-0 record and starting their five-game road trip with a solid 2-0 performance.

Summary of the Match

The Bulldogs maintained control throughout the game, never relinquishing the lead. They started strong, taking a 10-5 advantage within the first seven minutes. Key contributors included Martina Boba, who hit a three-pointer, and Rose Nelson, who added three points to the scoreline.

Bryant quickly built a lead, ending the first quarter at 20-9 after closing the period with a brief scoring run. The team continued to assert dominance in the second quarter, limiting Stonehill to just two points early on, prompting a timeout from the Skyhawks when the score reached 26-11. By halftime, Bryant had extended their lead to 36-15, thanks to Scott’s ten points by that point.

Third and Fourth Quarters

After halftime, Stonehill attempted a comeback, initiating an 11-4 run that cut Bryant’s lead to 14 points (40-26). However, the Bulldogs swiftly retaliated with a 10-4 response, restoring their lead to 20 points (50-30). The third quarter concluded with Bryant ahead 58-34, following a strong finish from Rubino, who netted two additional three-pointers.

In the final quarter, the Bulldogs retained their composure, scoring 11 points compared to Stonehill’s seven, ultimately sealing their victory with a final score of 77-48.

Statistical Breakdown

• Scott: 16 points on 8-of-10 shooting (80%)
• Rubino: 13 points, including three from beyond the arc
• Boba: 12 points with two three-pointers
• Mancini: 11 points, seven assists
• Nyborg: Season-high with eight rebounds and nine points
• Nelson: Season-high of nine points

The Bulldogs demonstrated exceptional shooting accuracy, finishing the game with 62% from the field and 46% from three-point range, while dominating rebounds with a 44-30 advantage.

Noteworthy Facts

• Rubino has achieved 21 games with at least one made three-pointer.
• Scott hit double figures for the fifth time this season and achieved a career-best shooting percentage of 80%.
• Mancini has averaged 5.4 assists per game, marking significant improvement in her performance.
• Bryant’s defensive efforts held Stonehill to a mere 25% shooting— the lowest percentage allowed by the Bulldogs this season.
• As the Bulldogs earn their 6-0 record, they are poised to make history in Division I program history.

Upcoming Matchup

The Bulldogs will continue their road trip with an upcoming contest against Boston University on November 26, 2025, at 12:00 PM.