Friday, December 21
Fairfax, Va.
3 p.m.
University of Houston
at
George Mason
Houston Opens Road Trip at George Mason
12/20/2018 9:00:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Cougars set to close out 2018 with two straight away from home
HOUSTON – The Houston Cougar Women's Basketball team hits the road for a two-game swing, opening with George Mason on Friday, Dec. 21. Tipoff against the Patriots is scheduled for 3 p.m. CT.
Fans can see the game at George Mason live via ESPN+, and the stream can be accessed HERE. Fans can also hear the contest against the Patriots live via the home for Houston 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 Friday's game at George Mason:
Where Are We? – Friday's matchup against George Mason will be Houston's first trip to the state of Virginia since defeating Virginia Tech in the WNIT Semifinals on March 23, 2002 in Blacksburg, Va.
Encore, Encore – Friday's contest will be a rematch of a thrilling 82-73 victory for Houston from last season. The Cougars used a 10-0 run late in the game to defeat George Mason in the first meeting between the two teams.
That's Ours – Houston continues to be one of the tightest defenses in the country. Through 11 games, the Cougars have 139 steals and 12.6 steals per game which paces The American and respectively ranks fifth and 15th nationally.
Block Party – Through the first 11 games of the season, Houston has swatted 47 shots which ranks 43rd in the NCAA and second among teams from The American.
HTown Lockdown – Houston continues to play lockdown defense this season. The Cougars have forced at least 15 turnovers in every game and their 24.27 forced per game ranks fifth nationally.
SERIES vs. GEORGE MASON
Friday's meeting is just the second all-time between the two schools. Houston won the series opener 82-73 inside H&PE Arena on Dec. 21, 2017.
Houston's trip to Virginia marks the first time the Cougars have played in the Old Dominion State since March 23, 2002, when they met Virginia Tech in the WNIT Semifinals.
ABOUT THE COUGARS
Houston enters Friday's contest with a 4-7 overall record after dropping a heartbreaking 65-61 decision in overtime against UT Arlington on Monday.
Houston has three players averaging double figures in scoring including Jasmyne Harris whose 17.1 points per game paces the squad. Angela Harris ranks second on the team with 11.1 points per contest, while Serithia Hawkins averages 10.6 per night.
Houston is averaging 75.7 points per game this season which ranks second in The American and 55th in the NCAA. The Cougars shoot 41.1 percent from the field and 26.6 percent from beyond the 3-point line. Conversely, Houston allows its opponents to shoot 42.7 percent from the field and 34.0 from beyond the arc which leads to 76.4 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. After a 12-board performance against UT Arlington, Serithia Hawkins leads the Cougars with 72 rebounds in one more game than Okoene, and Hawkins averages 6.5 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 (139), steals per game (12.6) and turnovers forced per game (24.27). The Cougars' steal numbers rank fifth and 15th in the nation, respectively, while the turnovers forced average places them fifth in the NCAA.
SCOUTING THE PATRIOTS
George Mason enters Friday's contest with a 6-4 record and a 3-0 mark inside Eaglebank Arena. The Patriots are currently on a two-game winning streak with victories over Delaware (Dec. 6) and Eastern Kentucky (Dec. 9).
The majority of George Mason's scoring production comes from Nicole Cardano-Hillary who is scoring 21.1 points per game. Jacy Bolton (9.5 ppg.) and Camarie Gattling (9.4 ppg.) also give the Patriots solid offensive production. The Patriots score 70.4 points per game on 42.0 percent shooting from the field and a 29.6 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line On the defensive end, George Mason allows opponents to shoot 39.1 percent from the field and 35.6 percent from beyond the 3-point line which leads to 69.2 points per game.
On the glass this season, the Patriots are outrebounding opponents 42.6-36.5. George Mason has been led on the boards this season by Jacy Bolton who pulls down 7.8 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.
Fans can see the game at George Mason live via ESPN+, and the stream can be accessed HERE. Fans can also hear the contest against the Patriots live via the home for Houston 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 Friday's game at George Mason:
Where Are We? – Friday's matchup against George Mason will be Houston's first trip to the state of Virginia since defeating Virginia Tech in the WNIT Semifinals on March 23, 2002 in Blacksburg, Va.
Encore, Encore – Friday's contest will be a rematch of a thrilling 82-73 victory for Houston from last season. The Cougars used a 10-0 run late in the game to defeat George Mason in the first meeting between the two teams.
That's Ours – Houston continues to be one of the tightest defenses in the country. Through 11 games, the Cougars have 139 steals and 12.6 steals per game which paces The American and respectively ranks fifth and 15th nationally.
Block Party – Through the first 11 games of the season, Houston has swatted 47 shots which ranks 43rd in the NCAA and second among teams from The American.
HTown Lockdown – Houston continues to play lockdown defense this season. The Cougars have forced at least 15 turnovers in every game and their 24.27 forced per game ranks fifth nationally.
SERIES vs. GEORGE MASON
Friday's meeting is just the second all-time between the two schools. Houston won the series opener 82-73 inside H&PE Arena on Dec. 21, 2017.
Houston's trip to Virginia marks the first time the Cougars have played in the Old Dominion State since March 23, 2002, when they met Virginia Tech in the WNIT Semifinals.
ABOUT THE COUGARS
Houston enters Friday's contest with a 4-7 overall record after dropping a heartbreaking 65-61 decision in overtime against UT Arlington on Monday.
Houston has three players averaging double figures in scoring including Jasmyne Harris whose 17.1 points per game paces the squad. Angela Harris ranks second on the team with 11.1 points per contest, while Serithia Hawkins averages 10.6 per night.
Houston is averaging 75.7 points per game this season which ranks second in The American and 55th in the NCAA. The Cougars shoot 41.1 percent from the field and 26.6 percent from beyond the 3-point line. Conversely, Houston allows its opponents to shoot 42.7 percent from the field and 34.0 from beyond the arc which leads to 76.4 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. After a 12-board performance against UT Arlington, Serithia Hawkins leads the Cougars with 72 rebounds in one more game than Okoene, and Hawkins averages 6.5 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 (139), steals per game (12.6) and turnovers forced per game (24.27). The Cougars' steal numbers rank fifth and 15th in the nation, respectively, while the turnovers forced average places them fifth in the NCAA.
SCOUTING THE PATRIOTS
George Mason enters Friday's contest with a 6-4 record and a 3-0 mark inside Eaglebank Arena. The Patriots are currently on a two-game winning streak with victories over Delaware (Dec. 6) and Eastern Kentucky (Dec. 9).
The majority of George Mason's scoring production comes from Nicole Cardano-Hillary who is scoring 21.1 points per game. Jacy Bolton (9.5 ppg.) and Camarie Gattling (9.4 ppg.) also give the Patriots solid offensive production. The Patriots score 70.4 points per game on 42.0 percent shooting from the field and a 29.6 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line On the defensive end, George Mason allows opponents to shoot 39.1 percent from the field and 35.6 percent from beyond the 3-point line which leads to 69.2 points per game.
On the glass this season, the Patriots are outrebounding opponents 42.6-36.5. George Mason has been led on the boards this season by Jacy Bolton who pulls down 7.8 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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