The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Saturday, January 18
Birmingham, Ala.
1 p.m.
UAB
vs
UTSA
Women’s Basketball Returns Home to Host UTSA
1/17/2025 1:00:00 PM | Women's Basketball
BIRMINGHAM – UAB women's basketball returns to Bartow Arena on Saturday, January 18 to host UTSA. Tipoff is set for 1 p.m. CT and will air live on ESPN+.
The Blazers enter Saturday's contest 12-6 overall and 3-3 in conference play, while the Roadrunners are 15-2 on the season and 6-0 in league play. The game marks the 17th time the two teams have faced each other and the second time this season. The Green and Gold lost 56-67 at UTSA earlier this season on January 1. The Blazers lead the all-time series 10-6.
UTSA is coming off a 70-68 win at Memphis on Wednesday, while UAB defeated South Florida in Tampa, 62-61, on Wednesday.
Journey Armstead and Eleecia Carter combined for 32 points against the Bulls with each recording 16 points, with Carter's 16 points being a season-high. Carter was 6-of-7 in the field goal range and 4-of-5 from behind the arc and Armstead went 4-of-8 from the field and 8-of-8 at the free throw line. Carter added five assists and four rebounds while Armstead tallied four rebounds. Jade Weathersby registered her sixth double-double of the season with 14 points and 14 rebounds on 5-of-8 shooting in the field and 4-of-5 behind the free throw line.
With a close game at the end of the fourth, South Florida led 61-60 with 46 seconds left and missed a jump shot with 14 seconds remaining and the Blazers called a timeout with 12 seconds on the clock. Maddie Walsh inbounded the ball to Carter before she passed the ball to Weathersby who drove in for a layup and gave UAB the lead with six seconds left. The Bulls had one last chance, but the 3-point attempt was no good as the clock ran out and the Green and Gold earned the 62-61 win.
The Blazers shot 42 percent and held South Florida to 32 percent for the game. UAB scored 30 points in the paint and had 20 bench points on the night.
Walsh leads UAB with 13.3 points per game while Armstead is following behind with 11.2 points. Sara Bershers is averaging 9.0 points while Weathersby is recording 8.6 points per game. Tracey Bershers is registering 6.1 points and Molly Moffitt is averaging 4.7 points per game. Weathersby is leading in the rebound category with 8.8 per game.
Offensively, the Roadrunners are led by Jordyn Jenkins (19.5 ppg), Sidney Love (10.8 ppg) and Nina De Leon Negron (9.8 ppg).
GROUP AND PREMIUM TICKETS
Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during any of UAB's home events at Bartow Arena this season by filling out the UAB Basketball Group Ticket Request Form. Fan experience packages and discounted group tickets are available starting today for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets, and fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available at any home basketball game on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.
BLAZER BOOSTERS
Blazer Nation, thank you for your continued generosity in providing the best experience for Blazer student-athletes as they strive to Win Championships, Graduate with Honors and Make a Difference in the Birmingham community. Each gift received plays a significant role in the growth of UAB Athletics. As we launch the 2025 giving year, go to Blazerboosters.com to explore more opportunities to impact Blazer student-athletes or to start your 2025 support.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB women's basketball team, be sure to follow @UAB_WBBALL on Twitter and Instagram.
Tickets for games can be purchased by clicking here.
The Blazers enter Saturday's contest 12-6 overall and 3-3 in conference play, while the Roadrunners are 15-2 on the season and 6-0 in league play. The game marks the 17th time the two teams have faced each other and the second time this season. The Green and Gold lost 56-67 at UTSA earlier this season on January 1. The Blazers lead the all-time series 10-6.
UTSA is coming off a 70-68 win at Memphis on Wednesday, while UAB defeated South Florida in Tampa, 62-61, on Wednesday.
Journey Armstead and Eleecia Carter combined for 32 points against the Bulls with each recording 16 points, with Carter's 16 points being a season-high. Carter was 6-of-7 in the field goal range and 4-of-5 from behind the arc and Armstead went 4-of-8 from the field and 8-of-8 at the free throw line. Carter added five assists and four rebounds while Armstead tallied four rebounds. Jade Weathersby registered her sixth double-double of the season with 14 points and 14 rebounds on 5-of-8 shooting in the field and 4-of-5 behind the free throw line.
With a close game at the end of the fourth, South Florida led 61-60 with 46 seconds left and missed a jump shot with 14 seconds remaining and the Blazers called a timeout with 12 seconds on the clock. Maddie Walsh inbounded the ball to Carter before she passed the ball to Weathersby who drove in for a layup and gave UAB the lead with six seconds left. The Bulls had one last chance, but the 3-point attempt was no good as the clock ran out and the Green and Gold earned the 62-61 win.
The Blazers shot 42 percent and held South Florida to 32 percent for the game. UAB scored 30 points in the paint and had 20 bench points on the night.
Walsh leads UAB with 13.3 points per game while Armstead is following behind with 11.2 points. Sara Bershers is averaging 9.0 points while Weathersby is recording 8.6 points per game. Tracey Bershers is registering 6.1 points and Molly Moffitt is averaging 4.7 points per game. Weathersby is leading in the rebound category with 8.8 per game.
Offensively, the Roadrunners are led by Jordyn Jenkins (19.5 ppg), Sidney Love (10.8 ppg) and Nina De Leon Negron (9.8 ppg).
GROUP AND PREMIUM TICKETS
Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during any of UAB's home events at Bartow Arena this season by filling out the UAB Basketball Group Ticket Request Form. Fan experience packages and discounted group tickets are available starting today for a minimum purchase of 15 tickets, and fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available at any home basketball game on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.
BLAZER BOOSTERS
Blazer Nation, thank you for your continued generosity in providing the best experience for Blazer student-athletes as they strive to Win Championships, Graduate with Honors and Make a Difference in the Birmingham community. Each gift received plays a significant role in the growth of UAB Athletics. As we launch the 2025 giving year, go to Blazerboosters.com to explore more opportunities to impact Blazer student-athletes or to start your 2025 support.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB women's basketball team, be sure to follow @UAB_WBBALL on Twitter and Instagram.
Tickets for games can be purchased by clicking here.
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