ALBANY, N.Y. – Binghamton women’s basketball faced a tough challenge against UAlbany, losing 52-41. This marked their lowest point total of the season. Yanniah Boyd led the team with 11 points off the bench, while Kendall Bennett made a big impact with 12 rebounds, including eight on the offensive end.
UAlbany started strong, shooting 50% in the first quarter and building an 18-5 lead. They put pressure on Binghamton, forcing them into difficult shots. While Binghamton managed only one three-pointer, UAlbany hit six from beyond the arc.
In the second quarter, Binghamton changed tactics, attacking the basket and earning free throw opportunities. A key moment came when Leah Middleton made a steal, leading to a buzzer-beater by Bella Pucci, bringing the halftime score to 33-14.
Binghamton emerged from halftime with renewed energy, launching a 9-0 run to cut into UAlbany’s lead. However, UAlbany quickly responded, drawing fouls and hitting nine of ten free throws in the third quarter, pushing their lead back to 18 points.
Despite a strong defensive effort from Binghamton in the fourth quarter—holding UAlbany to just one field goal—they couldn’t complete the comeback, ending the game with a disappointing loss.
As Binghamton prepares for their next game against Bryant, they’ll be looking to regroup and improve their performance. The team has shown resilience in past games, and fans will be eager to see if they can rebound from this setback.
Interestingly, women’s basketball viewership has been on the rise, with recent statistics showing a 15% increase in audience engagement compared to last season. This reflects growing interest and support for women’s sports, underlining the importance of games like this in the broader context of athletic competition.
For more on women’s basketball trends and statistics, check out the NCAA’s official reports here.
