The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Saturday, January 25
Wichita, Kan.
2 p.m.
UAB
at
Wichita State
UAB Travels to Wichita State on Saturday
1/24/2025 5:23:00 PM | Women's Basketball
BIRMINGHAM – UAB women's basketball travels to Wichita State on Saturday, January 25. Tipoff is set for 2 p.m. CT and will air live on ESPN+.
The Blazers enter Saturday's contest 13-7 overall and 4-4 in conference play, while the Shockers are 7-13 on the season and 1-6 in league play. The game marks the fifth time the two teams have faced each other and the second time this season, and Wichita State leads the all-time series 3-1. The Shockers earned an 82-70 win on January 4 at Bartow Arena.
Wichita State is coming off an 80-58 loss at North Texas on Saturday, while UAB defeated Rice 63-56 on Wednesday in overtime.
Molly Moffitt and Sara Bershers led the Blazers with each recording 14 points for a combined 28 points. Moffitt was 6-of-12 from the field and added seven rebounds on the night. Maddie Walsh registered 13 points and Journey Armstead tallied 11 points while adding five rebounds and three assists. Jade Weathersby led in the rebound category with 13 rebounds.
UAB tied the contest 41-41 to open the fourth and then took a two-point lead (43-41) at the 8:21 mark, before Fisher tied the game back up. Rice was able to regain the lead at 46-43 and the next few points the game would be tied, and each team took turns having a two-point advantage. At the 2:26 mark, the Owls led 50-48 but Moffitt would tie the game 50-50 from a layup. No one scored and Rice had the final possession, but the Blazers defense didn't allow the Owls to get a shot off to force the game into overtime.
Both teams had several defensive stops to begin overtime, but Rice scored first and led 52-50 with 3:25 left. The Green and Gold went on an 11-2 run to lead 61-54 with 18 seconds left and to take control in overtime and earn the victory.
Walsh leads UAB with 12.9 points per game while Armstead is following behind with 10.9 points. Bershers is averaging 9.3 points while Weathersby is recording 8.6 points per game. Tracey Bershers is registering 6.1 points and Moffitt is averaging 5.3 points per game. Weathersby is leading in the rebound category with 8.9 per game.
Offensively, the Shockers are led by Jayla Murray (12.1 ppg), Salese Blow (11.7 ppg) and Taylor Jameson (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 13-7 overall and 4-4 in conference play, while the Shockers are 7-13 on the season and 1-6 in league play. The game marks the fifth time the two teams have faced each other and the second time this season, and Wichita State leads the all-time series 3-1. The Shockers earned an 82-70 win on January 4 at Bartow Arena.
Wichita State is coming off an 80-58 loss at North Texas on Saturday, while UAB defeated Rice 63-56 on Wednesday in overtime.
Molly Moffitt and Sara Bershers led the Blazers with each recording 14 points for a combined 28 points. Moffitt was 6-of-12 from the field and added seven rebounds on the night. Maddie Walsh registered 13 points and Journey Armstead tallied 11 points while adding five rebounds and three assists. Jade Weathersby led in the rebound category with 13 rebounds.
UAB tied the contest 41-41 to open the fourth and then took a two-point lead (43-41) at the 8:21 mark, before Fisher tied the game back up. Rice was able to regain the lead at 46-43 and the next few points the game would be tied, and each team took turns having a two-point advantage. At the 2:26 mark, the Owls led 50-48 but Moffitt would tie the game 50-50 from a layup. No one scored and Rice had the final possession, but the Blazers defense didn't allow the Owls to get a shot off to force the game into overtime.
Both teams had several defensive stops to begin overtime, but Rice scored first and led 52-50 with 3:25 left. The Green and Gold went on an 11-2 run to lead 61-54 with 18 seconds left and to take control in overtime and earn the victory.
Walsh leads UAB with 12.9 points per game while Armstead is following behind with 10.9 points. Bershers is averaging 9.3 points while Weathersby is recording 8.6 points per game. Tracey Bershers is registering 6.1 points and Moffitt is averaging 5.3 points per game. Weathersby is leading in the rebound category with 8.9 per game.
Offensively, the Shockers are led by Jayla Murray (12.1 ppg), Salese Blow (11.7 ppg) and Taylor Jameson (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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