UMBC Defeats Bryant in Away Game
Baltimore, MD – In a tightly contested matchup, the UMBC Retrievers defeated the Bryant University Bulldogs 55-47. This game marked the first conference loss of the season for the Bulldogs.
Game Overview
The game was held at the Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena in Baltimore. Despite a strong effort, Bryant was unable to come back after the Retrievers established a lead.
Key Players and Stats
- Mimi Rubino: Led Bryant with 11 points, including two three-pointers.
- Izzy Adams: Contributed 10 points and tied her career-high with four steals.
- Abbey Lindsey: Scored eight points on 4-of-6 shooting.
Bryant’s shooting percentages were 36% from the field, 16% from the three-point line, and 53% from the free-throw line. The Bulldogs were outrebounded 40-28.
Game Progression
The game started with a slight edge for Bryant, leading 6-4 in the first five minutes. However, UMBC took control later, ending the first quarter ahead 10-9. The Retrievers went on a 9-1 run, pushing their lead to 18-11 in the second quarter.
Facing a 25-20 deficit at halftime, Bryant fought back in the third quarter. Despite a strong start by UMBC, which extended the score to 36-22, the Bulldogs managed to close the quarter at 39-26.
The fourth quarter saw Bryant’s resurgence, scoring eight unanswered points initially. With four and a half minutes left, the Bulldogs narrowed the score to 44-43. However, they went scoreless for three minutes, allowing UMBC to pull ahead.
