Monday, December 17
Houston, Texas
7 p.m.
University of Houston
vs
UT Arlington
Houston Hosts UT Arlington Monday
12/16/2018 11:06:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Cougars set to compete in Fertitta Center for final time in 2018
HOUSTON – For the final time before the New Year the Houston Cougar Women's Basketball team will compete inside the Fertitta Center, when they welcome UT Arlington on Monday at 7 p.m.
Monday's contest will serve as the Coogs' Holiday Celebration. All fans who bring a new, unwrapped toy or teddy bear will receive $5 admission to the game. Fans are also encouraged to participate in the Teddy Bear toss at halftime against the Mavericks.
Fans can see the game against UT Arlington live via Houston All Access. The stream can be accessed HERE, and a subscription is required. Fans can also hear the contest against the Mavericks live via the home for Women's Basketball Radio, UHCougars.com/wbbradio. Live statistics are also available through SideArm Stats, and the official Twitter account of Houston Women's Basketball, @UHCougarWBB, will offer updates throughout the game.
THE STARTING FIVE
Here are five names, numbers, news items and storylines you need to know about Monday's game against UT Arlington:
So Long 2018 – Monday's contest is the Cougars' final home game of the 2018 calendar year. The Cougars close out 2018 with a pair of road games before returning in 2019 to host UConn on Jan. 6.
A Long Break – After opening the Fertitta Center against Texas A&M on Dec. 6, the Cougars had 11 days off between games.
That's Ours – Despite having nearly two weeks off, the Cougars continue to rank second in the NCAA in steals with 133, while their 13.3 steals per game ranks seventh. Each total paces The American.
Block Party – Through the first 10 games of the season, Houston has swatted 45 shots which ranks 31st in the NCAA and first among teams from The American.
HTown Lockdown – Houston continues to play lockdown defense this season. The Cougars have forced at least 18 turnovers in every game and their 25.10 forced per game ranks third nationally.
SERIES vs. UT Arlington
Monday's meeting marks the 11th all-time between the two schools. Houston has never lost in the series holding a 10-0 record overall and a 4-0 mark on their home court.
Houston won the most recent decision, a 62-58 thriller a season ago on Dec. 1, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. The Cougars most recent home win against the Mavericks came Nov. 14, 2011, when they won 88-48 inside Hofheinz Pavilion.
ABOUT THE COUGARS
Houston enters Monday's contest with a 4-6 overall record after falling 68-52 to Texas A&M in the Fertitta Center opener on Dec. 6. Monday's game serves as Houston's non-conference home finale.
Houston has three players averaging double figures in scoring this season, including junior guard Jasmyne Harris who paces the team with 17.4 points per game. Angela Harris sits second on the squad with 10.9 points per game, while Serithia Hawkins adds 10.4. Jasmyne Harris (16), Hawkins (14) and Angela Harris (12) combined for 42 of Houston's 62 points in the matchup with UTA a season ago.
Houston is averaging 77.2 points per game this season which ranks second in The American and 47th in the NCAA. The Cougars shoot 42.0 percent from the field and 27.1 percent from beyond the 3-point line. Conversely, Houston allows its opponents to shoot 43.3 percent from the field and 34.6 from beyond the arc which leads to 77.5 points per contest.
The Cougars have been led on the glass this season by sophomore forward Alyssa Okoene who is pulling down 7.0 rebounds per night while leading the team in both offensive (29) and defensive (41) rebounds. Serithia Hawkins ranks a close second on the team with 6.0 rebounds per game.
Houston has been one of the most active defensive teams in the country this season. The Cougars lead The American Athletic Conference in steals (133), steals per game (13.3) and turnovers forced per game (25.10). The Cougars' steal numbers rank second and seventh in the nation, respectively, while the turnovers forced average places them third in the NCAA.
SCOUTING THE MAVERICKS
UT Arlington enters Monday's contest with a 5-2 overall record. The Mavericks are riding a 3-game winning streak with victories over San Francisco (80-73), Incarnate Word (97-49) and Oral Roberts (80-62). The Mavs have also had an 11-day break between games.
Cierra Johnson, who scores 13.6 points per game, leads UTA offensively. Claire Chastain ranks second on the squad with 10.6 points per night. The Mavericks score 80.0 points per game on 48.4 percent shooting from the field and a 42.6 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line. The Mavs' mark from beyond the arc ranks them first in the Sun Belt and eighth in the nation. On the defensive end, UTA allows opponents to shoot 37.6 percent from the field and 34.9 percent from beyond the 3-point line which leads to 62.4 points per game.
On the glass this season, the Mavericks are outrebounding opponents 35.0-33.9. UTA has been led on the boards this season by Katie Ferrell who pulls down 7.1 rebounds per game.
SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Season tickets for the 2018-19 season are on sale now and start at just $50 for General Admission seating and feature options for reserved seating as well.
Houston has also opened up a 4-game mini plan option beginning at $20 for General Admission seating and ranging to $30 for Priority Seating. With the mini plan, fans can choose four games from any of Houston's nine remaining home games.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit UHCougars.com/tickets or click HERE. Fans can also reach the UH Ticket Office by phone at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive daily information and in-game updates by following @UHCougarWBB on Twitter. Fans can also catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at facebook.com/UHCougarWBB.
Monday's contest will serve as the Coogs' Holiday Celebration. All fans who bring a new, unwrapped toy or teddy bear will receive $5 admission to the game. Fans are also encouraged to participate in the Teddy Bear toss at halftime against the Mavericks.
Fans can see the game against UT Arlington live via Houston All Access. The stream can be accessed HERE, and a subscription is required. Fans can also hear the contest against the Mavericks live via the home for Women's Basketball Radio, UHCougars.com/wbbradio. Live statistics are also available through SideArm Stats, and the official Twitter account of Houston Women's Basketball, @UHCougarWBB, will offer updates throughout the game.
THE STARTING FIVE
Here are five names, numbers, news items and storylines you need to know about Monday's game against UT Arlington:
So Long 2018 – Monday's contest is the Cougars' final home game of the 2018 calendar year. The Cougars close out 2018 with a pair of road games before returning in 2019 to host UConn on Jan. 6.
A Long Break – After opening the Fertitta Center against Texas A&M on Dec. 6, the Cougars had 11 days off between games.
That's Ours – Despite having nearly two weeks off, the Cougars continue to rank second in the NCAA in steals with 133, while their 13.3 steals per game ranks seventh. Each total paces The American.
Block Party – Through the first 10 games of the season, Houston has swatted 45 shots which ranks 31st in the NCAA and first among teams from The American.
HTown Lockdown – Houston continues to play lockdown defense this season. The Cougars have forced at least 18 turnovers in every game and their 25.10 forced per game ranks third nationally.
SERIES vs. UT Arlington
Monday's meeting marks the 11th all-time between the two schools. Houston has never lost in the series holding a 10-0 record overall and a 4-0 mark on their home court.
Houston won the most recent decision, a 62-58 thriller a season ago on Dec. 1, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. The Cougars most recent home win against the Mavericks came Nov. 14, 2011, when they won 88-48 inside Hofheinz Pavilion.
ABOUT THE COUGARS
Houston enters Monday's contest with a 4-6 overall record after falling 68-52 to Texas A&M in the Fertitta Center opener on Dec. 6. Monday's game serves as Houston's non-conference home finale.
Houston has three players averaging double figures in scoring this season, including junior guard Jasmyne Harris who paces the team with 17.4 points per game. Angela Harris sits second on the squad with 10.9 points per game, while Serithia Hawkins adds 10.4. Jasmyne Harris (16), Hawkins (14) and Angela Harris (12) combined for 42 of Houston's 62 points in the matchup with UTA a season ago.
Houston is averaging 77.2 points per game this season which ranks second in The American and 47th in the NCAA. The Cougars shoot 42.0 percent from the field and 27.1 percent from beyond the 3-point line. Conversely, Houston allows its opponents to shoot 43.3 percent from the field and 34.6 from beyond the arc which leads to 77.5 points per contest.
The Cougars have been led on the glass this season by sophomore forward Alyssa Okoene who is pulling down 7.0 rebounds per night while leading the team in both offensive (29) and defensive (41) rebounds. Serithia Hawkins ranks a close second on the team with 6.0 rebounds per game.
Houston has been one of the most active defensive teams in the country this season. The Cougars lead The American Athletic Conference in steals (133), steals per game (13.3) and turnovers forced per game (25.10). The Cougars' steal numbers rank second and seventh in the nation, respectively, while the turnovers forced average places them third in the NCAA.
SCOUTING THE MAVERICKS
UT Arlington enters Monday's contest with a 5-2 overall record. The Mavericks are riding a 3-game winning streak with victories over San Francisco (80-73), Incarnate Word (97-49) and Oral Roberts (80-62). The Mavs have also had an 11-day break between games.
Cierra Johnson, who scores 13.6 points per game, leads UTA offensively. Claire Chastain ranks second on the squad with 10.6 points per night. The Mavericks score 80.0 points per game on 48.4 percent shooting from the field and a 42.6 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line. The Mavs' mark from beyond the arc ranks them first in the Sun Belt and eighth in the nation. On the defensive end, UTA allows opponents to shoot 37.6 percent from the field and 34.9 percent from beyond the 3-point line which leads to 62.4 points per game.
On the glass this season, the Mavericks are outrebounding opponents 35.0-33.9. UTA has been led on the boards this season by Katie Ferrell who pulls down 7.1 rebounds per game.
SEASON TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Season tickets for the 2018-19 season are on sale now and start at just $50 for General Admission seating and feature options for reserved seating as well.
Houston has also opened up a 4-game mini plan option beginning at $20 for General Admission seating and ranging to $30 for Priority Seating. With the mini plan, fans can choose four games from any of Houston's nine remaining home games.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit UHCougars.com/tickets or click HERE. Fans can also reach the UH Ticket Office by phone at 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive daily information and in-game updates by following @UHCougarWBB on Twitter. Fans can also catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at facebook.com/UHCougarWBB.
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