Saturday, February 27
Houston, Texas
2 p.m.
University of Houston
vs
USF
Photo by: ZUMA Press
Houston Primed for Conference Clash Against No. 13 USF
2/26/2021 12:24:00 PM | Women's Basketball
Cougars set to square-off against Bulls in game with postseason implications
HOUSTON – The University of Houston Women's Basketball (14-5, 11-4 American) team returns to the Fertitta Center for a conference clash against the 13th-ranked Bulls of USF (14-1, 11-0 American).
Both teams enter the game hot as ever, as Houston seeks it seventh straight win and USF seeks its 14th. Houston sits at third in The American standings with its most conference victories since joining The American and looks to split the regular-season series with the Bulls in a game that has postseason implications.
THE 4-1-1
Houston will face the 13th-ranked Bulls of USF on Saturday at the Fertitta Center in a pivotal conference clash. Two Cougars are averaging over 10 points per game as Britney Onyeje leads UH with 10.6 points per game, followed by Miya Crump with 10.5 point per game. Tatyana Hill leads UH on the glass, pulling down 5.9 rebounds per game. Dymond Gladney is the assists leader for the Cougars with 57 this season.
Houston is averaging 69.2 points per game on 39.9 percent shooting from the field and a 29.7 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line. The Cougars allow 62.4 points on defense while letting opponents shoot 38.0 percent and 23.2 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 202 steals this season and 75 blocks, forcing 20.60 turnovers per game.
SCOUTING THE BULLS
USF is in its 21st season under Head Coach Jose Fernandez. The Bulls are 14-1 this season and 11-0 in conference play. The Bulls have won their last 13 games and four straight after month-long lay-off due to COVID-19.
Three Bulls are averaging double-digit scoring as Elena Tsineke, Bethy Mununga and Sydni Harvey lead the teams with 11.8 points per game. Mununga is averaging a double-double with 12.9 rebounds per game as Elisa Pinzan leads USF in assists with 105 this season. The Bulls average 70.5 points per game on 38.7 percent shooting from the field, including a 30.2 percent mark from the three-point line.
THE SERIES
Saturday's meeting is the 24th meeting between the two teams. Houston trails the series 7-17.
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 all but four games this season. Houston leads The American and is ranked 97th nationally with 133 made three-pointers this season. Onyeje leads The American in made three-pointers this season with 39.
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 4th nationally in three-point FG defense, holding opponents to 23.2 percent from long-range.
SCOOP 'N SCORE
Three times this season UH has forced 30 turnovers by an opponent. This season UH has earned 202 steals and is averaging 10.6 steals per game. Houston is 19th in the NCAA in steals per game and second in the league. When it comes to forcing turnovers, Houston is one of the best, second in the league with 20.63 forced turnovers per game the Cougars are 14th in the NCAA 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 414 points this season.
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.
JOIN THE FASTBREAK CLUB
Houston Women's Basketball fans are encouraged to become members of the Fastbreak Club. For more information or to sign up, fans should click HERE. To join the Fastbreak Club, fans may call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (46874).
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.
--UHCougars.com--
Both teams enter the game hot as ever, as Houston seeks it seventh straight win and USF seeks its 14th. Houston sits at third in The American standings with its most conference victories since joining The American and looks to split the regular-season series with the Bulls in a game that has postseason implications.
THE 4-1-1
Houston will face the 13th-ranked Bulls of USF on Saturday at the Fertitta Center in a pivotal conference clash. Two Cougars are averaging over 10 points per game as Britney Onyeje leads UH with 10.6 points per game, followed by Miya Crump with 10.5 point per game. Tatyana Hill leads UH on the glass, pulling down 5.9 rebounds per game. Dymond Gladney is the assists leader for the Cougars with 57 this season.
Houston is averaging 69.2 points per game on 39.9 percent shooting from the field and a 29.7 percent mark from beyond the 3-point line. The Cougars allow 62.4 points on defense while letting opponents shoot 38.0 percent and 23.2 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 202 steals this season and 75 blocks, forcing 20.60 turnovers per game.
SCOUTING THE BULLS
USF is in its 21st season under Head Coach Jose Fernandez. The Bulls are 14-1 this season and 11-0 in conference play. The Bulls have won their last 13 games and four straight after month-long lay-off due to COVID-19.
Three Bulls are averaging double-digit scoring as Elena Tsineke, Bethy Mununga and Sydni Harvey lead the teams with 11.8 points per game. Mununga is averaging a double-double with 12.9 rebounds per game as Elisa Pinzan leads USF in assists with 105 this season. The Bulls average 70.5 points per game on 38.7 percent shooting from the field, including a 30.2 percent mark from the three-point line.
THE SERIES
Saturday's meeting is the 24th meeting between the two teams. Houston trails the series 7-17.
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 all but four games this season. Houston leads The American and is ranked 97th nationally with 133 made three-pointers this season. Onyeje leads The American in made three-pointers this season with 39.
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 4th nationally in three-point FG defense, holding opponents to 23.2 percent from long-range.
SCOOP 'N SCORE
Three times this season UH has forced 30 turnovers by an opponent. This season UH has earned 202 steals and is averaging 10.6 steals per game. Houston is 19th in the NCAA in steals per game and second in the league. When it comes to forcing turnovers, Houston is one of the best, second in the league with 20.63 forced turnovers per game the Cougars are 14th in the NCAA 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 414 points this season.
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.
JOIN THE FASTBREAK CLUB
Houston Women's Basketball fans are encouraged to become members of the Fastbreak Club. For more information or to sign up, fans should click HERE. To join the Fastbreak Club, fans may call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (46874).
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.
--UHCougars.com--
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