Elon Women’s Basketball Upcoming Matches
ELON, N.C. — The Elon Phoenix women’s basketball team (13-12, 7-7 CAA) is gearing up for an exciting week as they embark on a road trip to face the Charleston Cougars (19-6, 10-4 CAA) on Friday, February 23rd. Following this match, the team will return home for a highly anticipated showdown against Triad rival North Carolina A&T (16-9, 12-2 CAA) on Sunday, March 2nd, at 1 p.m., which will celebrate Senior Day.
Game Coverage
Fans can catch both games live on FloCollege and listen to the action on WSOE 89.3 FM. For live statistics, please visit the team’s schedule page here. Stay updated with in-game highlights by following the program’s Twitter account, @ElonWBasketball.
Series History
In the all-time series, Elon holds a 25-17 edge over Charleston, although they fell 57-45 in their last encounter last season. The Phoenix have a 14-11 lead against North Carolina A&T, but faced a setback with a road loss to the Aggies earlier this season on January 3rd.
Recent Performance
The Phoenix had a challenging weekend, losing both games to Delaware and Drexel. Iycez Adams and Raven Preston led the team against Delaware with 11 points and six rebounds each. In the subsequent game against Drexel, Preston again topped the scoring with 19 points, while Adams added 14 points and a team-high four steals. Despite the losses, the Phoenix outperformed their opponents in key areas like rebounds and steals.
Caa Standings
Raven Preston is shining in the CAA, ranking fourth in rebounds per game (8.8) and tied for fifth in steals per game (2.0). Iycez Adams contributes significantly as well, sitting seventh in blocks per game (1.2). As a squad, the Phoenix are third in steals per game (9.52) and fourth in offensive rebounds (13.3).
Player Spotlight: Jayda Angel
Freshman Jayda Angel has made a notable impact this season, earning five CAA Rookie of the Week honors. She recently matched her career-high with 20 points against Campbell and has consistently led the team in scoring off the bench, averaging impressive numbers across various games. Angel is now a key player, contributing double-digit scores and significant rebounds in crucial matchups.
Opposition Insight: Charleston Cougars
Charleston comes into the matchup with a solid record of 19-6 and has been performing well in conference play with a 10-4 record. They recently defeated Hampton 70-58. Taryn Barbot, the CAA Preseason Player of the Year, leads the Cougars in scoring with 14.6 points per game, while her sister, Taylor Barbot, also makes a significant offensive contribution. As a team, Charleston excels in scoring, rebounds, and steals, showcasing their strength this season.
Opposition Insight: North Carolina A&T Aggies
N.C. A&T enters the match with a commendable 16-9 overall record and a 12-2 league standing, riding a four-game winning streak. The Aggies were anticipated to dominate this season, receiving multiple first-place votes in the CAA Preseason Poll. Dorsey leads the Aggies in scoring and assists, complementing Clark’s strong rebounding numbers. Under the leadership of Head Coach Tarrell Robinson, the Aggies present a formidable challenge for any opponent.
Looking Ahead
Following their home games, the Phoenix will close out the regular season on the road with matches against Northeastern and Monmouth. The game against the Huskies is set for Thursday at 7 p.m., with a subsequent contest against the Hawks on Saturday at 2 p.m.
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