Wednesday, December 30
Houston, Texas
7 p.m.
University of Houston
vs
Wichita State
Photo by: ZUMA Press
Houston Concludes 2020 With Match-Up Against Wichita State
12/29/2020 10:29:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Cougars look to remain unbeaten inside the Fertitta Center
HOUSTON – The University of Houston Women's Basketball team returns to action on Wednesday, Dec. 30 inside the Fertitta Center when it takes on Wichita State.
Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. on ESPN+ and the game can be viewed by clicking HERE.
THE 4-1-1
Houston continues its American Athletic Conference campaign when it host Wichita State on Dec. 30. The Cougars are led in scoring by Britney Onyeje who averages 16.7 points per game. Tatyana Hill leads UH on the glass, pulling down 6.3 rebounds per game. Julia Blackshell-Fair is the assists leader for the Cougars with 20 this season.
Houston is averaging 74.0 points per game on 40.5 percent shooting from the field and a 38.6 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line. The Cougars allow 71.2 points on defense while letting opponents shoot 40.6 percent and 20.7 percent from the field and beyond the arc, respectively.
Under Coach Hughey, Houston has been one of the most active defensive teams in the country over the past two seasons. The Cougars enter the game with 50 steals this season and 17 blocks, forcing 20.60 turnovers per game.
SCOUTING THE SHOCKERS
Wichita State is in its 4th season under Head Coach Keitha Adams. The Shockers are 3-2 this season and have dropped their last two contests, most recently falling to South Dakota in a 54-62 decision. WSU is led in scoring by Asia Strong who is one of four Wichita State players averaging at least 10.0 points per game. Ene Adams averages 6.4 rebounds per game to lead the team in the category. DJ McCarty is the assist leader for WSU with 18 assists this season. WSU averages 65.5 points per game on 38.6 percent shooting from the field, including a 26.8 percent mark from the three-point line.
THE SERIES
Wednesday's meeting is the 7th meeting between the two teams. Houston leads the series 6-1. Houston has won two of the last three meetings.
BOMBS AWAY
Houston has proven itself to be a threat from behind the three-point line, racking up at least six made three's in every game this season. Onyeje ranks second in The American made three-pointers this season with 14. The Cougars are 37th nationally and lead The American in made three-point field goals per game.
BALL MOVEMENT
The Cougars recorded 100 possessions against OU, committed just 12 turnovers. The Cougars love to move the ball, racking up 20 assists against Memphis. UH is ranked 70th in the NCAA an second in the league with 15.8 assists per game.
H-TOWN LOCKDOWN DEFENSE
The Cougars have shown that they are not afraid to shoot three-pointers and on the flipside they are one of the best at defending the three-point shot. UH ranks second in the league and 9th nationally in three-point FG defense, holding opponents to 20.7 percent from long-range.
SCOOP 'N SCORE
Houston forced 30 Memphis turnovers, its most since Feb. 18, 2020 when the team forced 23 against Cincinnati. This season UH has earned 50 steals and is averaging 10 steals per game. Houston is 61st in the NCAA in steals per game and second in the league. When it comes to forcing turnovers, Houston is one of the best, averaging 20.60 forced turnovers per game the Cougars are 50th in the NCAA and second in The American in the category.
DEEPER THAN EVER
With is largest roster in recent years, Houston has more than enough options off the bench. The Houston reserves have done their part, accounting for 118 points this season.
SCORING EXPLOSION
The Cougars lead The American in scoring offense, averaging 74.0 points per contest. Houston has scored 70 or more points in three games this season.
SAFE AT HOME
Houston posted a 9-5 record inside the Fertitta Center during the 2019-20 season. This season UH remains unbeaten at home with a 2-0 record.
FANS CUTOUTS
As the University of Houston Athletics Department continues to prepare for the 2020 season, fans are invited to submit photos for cutouts to be placed within the Fertitta Center during home games. To purchase a cutout please click HERE.
HOUSTON MOVES TO ONLINE TICKETING
With mobile ticketing, Houston Athletics fans will enjoy various benefits, including reduced wait lines and quicker access into event venues, eliminating printing, delivery, loss or stolen tickets along with more convenient access and options in managing of tickets.
From their digital wallets, fans can scan their mobile devices at the entrance for quick and easy venue access. For more information click HERE.
FOLLOW THE COUGARS!
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.
Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. on ESPN+ and the game can be viewed by clicking HERE.
THE 4-1-1
Houston continues its American Athletic Conference campaign when it host Wichita State on Dec. 30. The Cougars are led in scoring by Britney Onyeje who averages 16.7 points per game. Tatyana Hill leads UH on the glass, pulling down 6.3 rebounds per game. Julia Blackshell-Fair is the assists leader for the Cougars with 20 this season.
Houston is averaging 74.0 points per game on 40.5 percent shooting from the field and a 38.6 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line. The Cougars allow 71.2 points on defense while letting opponents shoot 40.6 percent and 20.7 percent from the field and beyond the arc, respectively.
Under Coach Hughey, Houston has been one of the most active defensive teams in the country over the past two seasons. The Cougars enter the game with 50 steals this season and 17 blocks, forcing 20.60 turnovers per game.
SCOUTING THE SHOCKERS
Wichita State is in its 4th season under Head Coach Keitha Adams. The Shockers are 3-2 this season and have dropped their last two contests, most recently falling to South Dakota in a 54-62 decision. WSU is led in scoring by Asia Strong who is one of four Wichita State players averaging at least 10.0 points per game. Ene Adams averages 6.4 rebounds per game to lead the team in the category. DJ McCarty is the assist leader for WSU with 18 assists this season. WSU averages 65.5 points per game on 38.6 percent shooting from the field, including a 26.8 percent mark from the three-point line.
THE SERIES
Wednesday's meeting is the 7th meeting between the two teams. Houston leads the series 6-1. Houston has won two of the last three meetings.
BOMBS AWAY
Houston has proven itself to be a threat from behind the three-point line, racking up at least six made three's in every game this season. Onyeje ranks second in The American made three-pointers this season with 14. The Cougars are 37th nationally and lead The American in made three-point field goals per game.
BALL MOVEMENT
The Cougars recorded 100 possessions against OU, committed just 12 turnovers. The Cougars love to move the ball, racking up 20 assists against Memphis. UH is ranked 70th in the NCAA an second in the league with 15.8 assists per game.
H-TOWN LOCKDOWN DEFENSE
The Cougars have shown that they are not afraid to shoot three-pointers and on the flipside they are one of the best at defending the three-point shot. UH ranks second in the league and 9th nationally in three-point FG defense, holding opponents to 20.7 percent from long-range.
SCOOP 'N SCORE
Houston forced 30 Memphis turnovers, its most since Feb. 18, 2020 when the team forced 23 against Cincinnati. This season UH has earned 50 steals and is averaging 10 steals per game. Houston is 61st in the NCAA in steals per game and second in the league. When it comes to forcing turnovers, Houston is one of the best, averaging 20.60 forced turnovers per game the Cougars are 50th in the NCAA and second in The American in the category.
DEEPER THAN EVER
With is largest roster in recent years, Houston has more than enough options off the bench. The Houston reserves have done their part, accounting for 118 points this season.
SCORING EXPLOSION
The Cougars lead The American in scoring offense, averaging 74.0 points per contest. Houston has scored 70 or more points in three games this season.
SAFE AT HOME
Houston posted a 9-5 record inside the Fertitta Center during the 2019-20 season. This season UH remains unbeaten at home with a 2-0 record.
FANS CUTOUTS
As the University of Houston Athletics Department continues to prepare for the 2020 season, fans are invited to submit photos for cutouts to be placed within the Fertitta Center during home games. To purchase a cutout please click HERE.
HOUSTON MOVES TO ONLINE TICKETING
With mobile ticketing, Houston Athletics fans will enjoy various benefits, including reduced wait lines and quicker access into event venues, eliminating printing, delivery, loss or stolen tickets along with more convenient access and options in managing of tickets.
From their digital wallets, fans can scan their mobile devices at the entrance for quick and easy venue access. For more information click HERE.
FOLLOW THE COUGARS!
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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