Wednesday, January 9
Dallas, Texas
7 p.m.
University of Houston
at
SMU
Houston To Meet SMU on American Digital Network
1/8/2019 11:45:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Cougars travel north on I-45 for first road game of conference play
HOUSTON – The Houston Cougar Women's Basketball team heads on the road for the first time in American Athletic Conference play to meet in-state rival SMU on Wednesday in Dallas. Tipoff against the Mustangs is scheduled for 7 p.m., with the game airing live on the American Digital Network.
Fans can see the game at SMU live on The American Digital Network by clicking HERE. Fans can also hear the contest against the Mustangs 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 Wednesday's American Athletic Conference game at SMU:
Old Rivals – Wednesday's game will be the 60th all-time against SMU. Houston and SMU's rivalry goes back to their days of being in the Southwest Conference and Conference USA.
High Powered – Houston has consistently been one of the top offensive teams in The American over the past two seasons. In 2018-19, the Cougars' 72.9 points per game ranks them second in the league.
From Downtown – The Cougars continue to be a 3-point threat under Hughey. After setting the school record for 3-pointers made in each of the last two seasons, Houston has made 101 triples so far in 2018-19.
I'll Take It – Individually on defense, junior guard Jasmyne Harris has collected 45 steals this season, which ranks second in The American and 16th in the NCAA.
HTown Lockdown – Houston continues to play lockdown defense this season. The Cougars have forced at least 15 turnovers in every game and their 23.00 forced per game ranks 10th nationally.
SERIES vs. SMU
Wednesday's meeting will be the 60th all-time between the two schools that have played each other at least once per season since 2006 and are old rivals dating back to the teams' Southwest Conference days. Houston holds a 34-25 advantage all-time in the series.
Houston swept the season series against the Mustangs in 2017-18 including the most recent meeting in Dallas in an 85-75 decision on Dec. 30, 2017. The Cougars are 17-11 all-time when meeting the Mustangs in Dallas.
ABOUT THE COUGARS
Houston enters Wednesday's contest with a 6-8 record and an 0-1 mark in The American after falling to No. 1 UConn in the conference opener on Sunday.
Houston's lone player averaging double figures is junior guard Jasmyne Harris whose 16.6 points per game paces the team. Angela Harris ranks second on the team with 9.8 points per game while Serithia Hawkins averages 9.3.
Houston is averaging 72.9 points per game on 40.4 percent shooting from the field and a 27.8 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line. The Cougars allow the same average of 72.9 points per game on defense while letting opponents shoot 42.5 percent and 30.6 percent from the field and beyond the arc, respectively.
Houston has been led on the glass this season by each Serithia Hawkins and Alyssa Okoene. The duo each pulls down 6.8 rebounds per night.
Houston has been one of the most active defensive teams in the country this season. The Cougars rank second in the American Athletic Conference in steals (166), steals per game (11.9) and turnovers forced per game (23.00). The Cougars' steal numbers rank 16th and 18th in the nation, respectively, while the turnovers forced average places them 10th in the NCAA.
SCOUTING THE MUSTANGS
SMU enters Wednesday's game with a 6-8 record and an 0-1 record in conference play after falling 69-57 on the road at Cincinnati on Sunday.
SMU averages 57.3 points per game while shooting 36.2 percent from the field and 21.3 percent from beyond the 3-point line. Conversely, the Mustangs allow opponents to score 58.8 points per game on 35.9 percent from the field and 29.8 percent from beyond the arc. Alicia Froling paces the Mustangs on the offensive end with 12.5 points per game.
Froling averages a double-double per night while leading the Mustangs with 11.4 rebounds per contest. SMU outrebounds opponents by 7.6 per night with the Mustangs pulling down 42.5 per game and opponents grabbing 34.9.
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 SMU live on The American Digital Network by clicking HERE. Fans can also hear the contest against the Mustangs 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 Wednesday's American Athletic Conference game at SMU:
Old Rivals – Wednesday's game will be the 60th all-time against SMU. Houston and SMU's rivalry goes back to their days of being in the Southwest Conference and Conference USA.
High Powered – Houston has consistently been one of the top offensive teams in The American over the past two seasons. In 2018-19, the Cougars' 72.9 points per game ranks them second in the league.
From Downtown – The Cougars continue to be a 3-point threat under Hughey. After setting the school record for 3-pointers made in each of the last two seasons, Houston has made 101 triples so far in 2018-19.
I'll Take It – Individually on defense, junior guard Jasmyne Harris has collected 45 steals this season, which ranks second in The American and 16th in the NCAA.
HTown Lockdown – Houston continues to play lockdown defense this season. The Cougars have forced at least 15 turnovers in every game and their 23.00 forced per game ranks 10th nationally.
SERIES vs. SMU
Wednesday's meeting will be the 60th all-time between the two schools that have played each other at least once per season since 2006 and are old rivals dating back to the teams' Southwest Conference days. Houston holds a 34-25 advantage all-time in the series.
Houston swept the season series against the Mustangs in 2017-18 including the most recent meeting in Dallas in an 85-75 decision on Dec. 30, 2017. The Cougars are 17-11 all-time when meeting the Mustangs in Dallas.
ABOUT THE COUGARS
Houston enters Wednesday's contest with a 6-8 record and an 0-1 mark in The American after falling to No. 1 UConn in the conference opener on Sunday.
Houston's lone player averaging double figures is junior guard Jasmyne Harris whose 16.6 points per game paces the team. Angela Harris ranks second on the team with 9.8 points per game while Serithia Hawkins averages 9.3.
Houston is averaging 72.9 points per game on 40.4 percent shooting from the field and a 27.8 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line. The Cougars allow the same average of 72.9 points per game on defense while letting opponents shoot 42.5 percent and 30.6 percent from the field and beyond the arc, respectively.
Houston has been led on the glass this season by each Serithia Hawkins and Alyssa Okoene. The duo each pulls down 6.8 rebounds per night.
Houston has been one of the most active defensive teams in the country this season. The Cougars rank second in the American Athletic Conference in steals (166), steals per game (11.9) and turnovers forced per game (23.00). The Cougars' steal numbers rank 16th and 18th in the nation, respectively, while the turnovers forced average places them 10th in the NCAA.
SCOUTING THE MUSTANGS
SMU enters Wednesday's game with a 6-8 record and an 0-1 record in conference play after falling 69-57 on the road at Cincinnati on Sunday.
SMU averages 57.3 points per game while shooting 36.2 percent from the field and 21.3 percent from beyond the 3-point line. Conversely, the Mustangs allow opponents to score 58.8 points per game on 35.9 percent from the field and 29.8 percent from beyond the arc. Alicia Froling paces the Mustangs on the offensive end with 12.5 points per game.
Froling averages a double-double per night while leading the Mustangs with 11.4 rebounds per contest. SMU outrebounds opponents by 7.6 per night with the Mustangs pulling down 42.5 per game and opponents grabbing 34.9.
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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