The esteemed women’s basketball team of Manhattan, with their impressive record of 15-5, is preparing to take on Niagara University this Thursday at the vibrant Draddy Gymnasium. Additionally, they will travel to New Jersey on Saturday for a match against Rider University at the Alumni Gymnasium.
The Historical Series:
Historically, Niagara has led the series against Manhattan with a score of 20-18. However, Manhattan has shown resilience with a 7-9 record on the road at Niagara. In their most recent encounter on January 18, 2024, Manhattan secured a victory with a score of 64-53.
When it comes to matches against Rider, the Broncs have had the upper hand with a 24-14 record. Nonetheless, Manhattan has demonstrated their strength by winning the last two encounters. When playing at home, they maintain a 7-9 record against Rider. In their most recent game on December 16, 2023, Manhattan dominated with a score of 73-39.
The Opponents:
Niagara (11-11, 8-4 MAAC) is entering the match following a triumphant win against Saint Peter’s with a score of 85-51. Amelia Strong was a standout player, contributing 17 points and nine rebounds. Keep an eye on Aaliyah Parker, the leading scorer for Niagara, averaging 11.4 points per game.
Rider (5-15, 2-9 MAAC) faced a setback in their recent game against Quinnipiac, resulting in a final score of 65-54. Taylor Langan was the standout player, finishing with an impressive 20 points and nine rebounds. Taylor Langan is also Rider’s top scorer, averaging 14.9 points per game.
Standout Performances:
In their latest game, Petra Juric displayed her skills by scoring 16 points and securing nine rebounds for Manhattan. Jade Blagrove and Inez Gimenez Monserrat also made significant contributions, finishing with 14 and 13 points respectively. Petra Juric leads Manhattan’s scoring effort with an impressive average of 10.4 points per game.
By the Numbers:
Manhattan has made an impact in the MAAC, maintaining the second position with a one-game win streak. The team also holds a strong position in the NCAA rankings, securing the 52nd spot and ranking second in the MAAC for scoring defense, with an average of 54.0 points per game. They also maintain the top position in free throw percentage at 77.0 and lead the MAAC in blocked shots per game at 3.7.
Where to Watch:
Witness all the excitement on ESPN+ or MAAC.tv.
Looking Ahead:
After the upcoming games, Manhattan will travel to New Jersey to face Saint Peter’s University on Thursday, February 15, at 7 p.m. at the Victor R. Yanitelli, S.J. Recreational Life Center.
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