Upcoming Game: Hofstra Women’s Basketball vs. Bucknell
Hofstra University’s women’s basketball team is set to host the Bucknell Bison for their second home game of the season on Saturday, November 22. The matchup will take place at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex, with tip-off scheduled for 2 p.m.
Fans can catch the game live on FloCollege, while Hofstra Radio (WRHU) will provide an audio-only broadcast via the HAWC. Links to live statistics and broadcasts are available on the Hofstra athletics website and the specific women’s basketball schedule page.
Team Performance Summary
Hofstra faced a setback in their most recent outing, losing 67-55 against Penn in their home opener. Despite the team’s defeat, Ayen Angoi stood out with a personal best of 12 points. Emma Von Essen and Alarice Gooden contributed as well, scoring 11 and 10 points, respectively. Von Essen’s three three-pointers not only showcased her shooting prowess but also elevated her to third place in the program’s history for the most career three-pointers, bringing her total to 211.
Bucknell’s Current Standing
The Bison arrive at this matchup with a 1-3 record after suffering a 60-53 loss to Youngstown State last Sunday. Reese Zemits is the top scorer for Bucknell, averaging 10.0 points per game, while Tuana Coskun leads in rebounding with an average of 4.8 boards per game.
Historical Context
Historically, Hofstra has maintained an edge over Bucknell, leading the all-time series 14-6. The two teams last faced each other in a thrilling overtime encounter on the Bison’s home turf, where Hofstra emerged victorious with a score of 76-71. This upcoming game marks the first time the teams will compete in Hempstead since December 3, 1999.
As Hofstra looks to bounce back from their recent loss, the matchup against Bucknell promises to be an exciting event for fans and players alike.
