Maggie Doogan Powers Richmond to 81-45 Win Over Bethune-Cookman

Richmond, VA — The Richmond Spiders defeated the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats 81-45 on Tuesday afternoon on Education Day at the Robins Center.

Richmond was led by Maggie Doogan, who was named the Atlantic 10 Women’s Player of the Week for the fourth time this season. Doogan finished with 26 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. Kailyn Peters paced Bethune-Cookman with 10 points.

Spiders Jump Out Early

The Spiders wasted no time asserting control. Richmond opened the game with four three pointers, three from Doogan and one from Rachel Ullstrom, building an early 12-0 lead. Following the game, I spoke with head coach Aaron Roussell, who shared his thoughts on the fast start.

Bethune Cookman responded after falling behind 14-2. Daimoni Dorsey completed a three point play and Janessa Kelley knocked down a three pointer as the Wildcats went on a 6-0 run to cut the lead to 14-8 with 4:07 remaining in the first quarter. It marked the Wildcats’ largest run of the game.

Richmond answered right back and closed the opening quarter with a commanding 25-10 advantage.

Spiders Close the Half Strong

Alexandria Johnson’s layup with 2:24 remaining in the second quarter cut Richmond’s lead to 40-24, but the Spiders responded once again. The duo of Doogan and Ullstrom closed the half on a 7-0 run. Doogan scored on a layup and a three pointer, and Ullstrom finished the run with a layup in the final seconds to send Richmond into halftime leading 47-24.

Doogan Electrifies the Crowd

The Spiders carried the momentum into the second half. Richmond opened the third quarter with an 11-0 run fueled by a three pointer from Ullstrom, a pair of free throws by Tierra Simon, two layups from Alicia Newell, and a layup by Sam Dewey. The run pushed the lead to 60-27 with 5:12 remaining in the third quarter.

Doogan delivered another moment for the home crowd when she scored Richmond’s 67th point with 43 seconds left in the quarter, sending the announced crowd of 2,590 into a frenzy as the now familiar number continued to trend throughout the season.

Richmond led 69-30 at the end of the third quarter and cruised through the final period to secure the 81-45 victory.

Box Score

What’s Next

The Spiders, now 9-3 overall and 1-0 in Atlantic 10 play, will head to the Henrico Sports and Events Center for the 4 Tha Culture Holiday Hoops Classic. Richmond will face Alabama A&M on Saturday, December 20, with tipoff scheduled for 1 pm.

Georgetown Improves to 5-0 After Dominant Win Over Wagner

(Washington, DC ) The Georgetown Hoyas picked up a 92-75 win over the Wagner Seahawks on Saturday afternoon, moving to 5-0 on the season. Malik Mack led the Hoyas with 18 points, while Jaden Baker paced Wagner with 22.

Hoya Starters Step Up

All five Georgetown starters finished in double figures. Mack led the group with 18 points. Julius Halaifonua added 16, Caleb Williams chipped in 15, Isaiah Abraham scored 12, and KJ Lewis finished with 10.

Seahawks Strike First

Wagner opened the game with some early momentum. Bryan Akanamu knocked down a jumper with 17:54 left in the first half to give the Seahawks a 5-2 lead. Jaden Baker followed with another jumper at the 17:20 mark, pushing their lead to 7-4. It turned out to be the last lead Wagner held.

Hoyas Take Control

Georgetown settled in quickly. Jeremiah Williams sank two free throws to put the Hoyas ahead 9-7 with 15:09 remaining in the half, and they never looked back. The Hoyas broke the game open with a 12-0 run, capped by a three-point play from Kayvaun Mulready that pushed the lead to 40-18, their largest of the night with two minutes to go in the half. Georgetown went into the break up 44-27 and kept a comfortable double-digit lead throughout the second half on the way to the 92-75 win.

After the game, I spoke with Head Coach Ed Cooley about the strong start and how the team maintained its momentum throughout the afternoon.

Box Score

What’s Next

Georgetown, now 5-0, will take on Dayton at the 2025 Terry’s Chocolate ESPN Events Invitational on Thursday, November 27. Tipoff is set for 7:30 PM.

Mary Anna Asare Calls Game as VCU Takes Down Howard in a Thriller

Richmond, VA The VCU Women’s Basketball team defeated the Howard Bison 69 to 66 on Monday evening to pick up their second straight win. Howard came into the matchup undefeated. The Rams were led by Mary Anna Asare, who finished with 25 points, including the game-winning layup. Zennia Thomas led the Bison with 25 points.

Bison Grab the Lead Early but Never Get It Back

A three pointer from Zoe Stewart with 7 minutes and 56 seconds left in the first quarter put Howard up 5 to 4. Zennia Thomas followed with two free throws to extend the lead to 10 to 8. That would be Howard’s biggest lead of the night and the last time the Bison were in front. Ann Zachariah knocked down a jumper to tie the game and that sparked the shift in momentum. VCU closed the quarter strong with two free throws from Mary Anna Asare and a buzzer beating three pointer that pushed the Rams ahead 22 to 15.

Rams Go On a Huge Run

The Rams kept rolling in the second quarter. A three pointer from Katarina Knezevic gave VCU its biggest lead of the game and capped a 13 to 0 run as the Rams went up 30 to 15 with 8 minutes and 7 seconds remaining. Howard responded as a three from Zoe Stewart cut the lead to 7, making it 30 to 23 with just over three minutes left in the half. Mary Anna Asare knocked down a jumper at the buzzer and VCU took a 34 to 25 lead into halftime.

Bison Narrow the Gap

Howard chipped away at the lead in the third quarter. Two free throws from Ariella Henigan cut the Rams lead to 49 to 47 with 1 minute and 36 seconds to go in the period. VCU held a 53 to 49 lead heading into the fourth. The Bison continued to push in the final quarter. A free throw by Nile Miller tied the game at 66 with 17 seconds left.

Mary Anna Asare Delivers in the Clutch

With the game on the line, Mary Anna Asare attacked the basket and finished a layup through contact with 4 seconds remaining to put the Rams up 68 to 66. She calmly knocked down the free throw to extend the lead to 69 to 66. Howard had one last chance, but Zennia Thomas missed a jumper at the buzzer and the Rams held on for the 69 to 66 win.

What’s Next

VCU (3-1) will hit the road and face Colorado in the North Shore Showcase in Hawaii on November 22. Tipoff is set for 7:30 pm.