RedHawks Conclude Regular Season Against Ohio on ESPNU
The Miami RedHawks women’s basketball team is set to conclude its regular season against the Ohio Bobcats on Saturday, March 7. The game will begin at 6 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPNU. This matchup marks an important closing chapter for Miami as they aim to solidify their dominant season.
Record-Breaking Regular Season
Miami has enjoyed its best regular season in history, boasting a record of 25 wins and 5 losses. This performance surpasses the previous record of 24 wins set during the 1981-82 season.
The RedHawks also achieved 16 victories in the Mid-American Conference (MAC), which ranks as the second-best in program history. They have the opportunity to match the record by finishing with a conference record of 17-1.
Player Highlights
- Amber Tretter: With 29 career double-doubles, she averages 14.6 points and 8.1 rebounds this season. Tretter has scored in double figures in 24 of 30 games.
- Amber Scalia: Scored 1,512 points thus far in her career and has an impressive shooting record of 40% from the field.
- Ilse de Vries: A key contributor averaging 12.9 points and 1.8 blocks per game, and recently celebrated a successful stint with the Netherlands’ U20 National Team.
- Tamar Singer: Averaging 10.9 points and 7.2 assists, she holds a single-season record of 215 assists for the RedHawks.
Statistical Performance
The RedHawks currently lead the MAC in several statistical categories:
- Scoring Defense: 58.1 points allowed per game (first in MAC)
- Field Goal Percentage: 45.3% (second in MAC)
- Three-Point Percentage: 35.4% (first in MAC)
- Turnover Margin: +5.2 (first in MAC)
Strong Team Dynamics
This season’s success can also be attributed to team depth. Miami’s bench has become increasingly productive, contributing 48 points over the last three games. This contrasts sharply with earlier stretches during the season when bench points were minimal.
Upcoming Challenge Against Ohio
The RedHawks will face the Ohio Bobcats, who currently hold a record of 16-12 and sit fifth in the MAC with a scoring average of 74.4 points per game. This matchup will be critical as Miami aims to continue their momentum from the conference championship obtained after a decisive victory over Kent State.
Miami has previously faced Ohio in an earlier matchup this season, securing a commanding 90-70 victory. As they prepare for this final game of the regular season, the RedHawks are eager to maintain their winning streak.
Conclusion
As Miami prepares to take the court against Ohio, all eyes will be on them to see if they can cap off a historic regular season. With their combination of strong team dynamics and standout performances from key players, the RedHawks are determined to finish on a high note.
