SMITHFIELD, R.I. – Nia Scott shone in the game, achieving a double-double with 15 points and 14 rebounds. The Bryant University women’s basketball team claimed a solid 64-52 victory at home against UMass Lowell.
Mimi Rubino contributed with 13 points, including three successful three-pointers for the second game in a row. Ali Brigham added 12 points and grabbed eight rebounds.
Game Recap:
- Bryant started strong, leading 7-6 at the first media timeout, with Scott scoring five points.
- In the first quarter, the Bulldogs ended with an 18-14 lead after an 11-8 run, highlighted by a three-pointer from Rubino and four points from Breezie Williams.
- UMass Lowell managed to tie the game at 22 early in the second quarter.
- Bryant finished the half on a high note, limiting UMass Lowell to just two points and scoring eight more to lead 30-24 at halftime.
- In the second half, the Bulldogs surged ahead, outscoring UML 8-3 in the first five minutes (38-27).
- Bryant closed the third quarter with a 44-32 advantage.
- In the final quarter, both teams continued to battle, with the Bulldogs ultimately finishing strong to secure the 64-52 win.
Key Stats:
- Nia Scott: 15 points, 14 rebounds
- Mimi Rubino: 13 points, three three-pointers
- Ali Brigham: 12 points, 8 rebounds
- Bryant shot 46% from the field and controlled the boards, out-rebounding UML 41-22.
Additional Notes:
- This was Scott’s seventh double-double of the season.
- Rubino has had five games scoring over 10 points, with back-to-back games recently.
- Brigham reached double figures in scoring for the eighth time this season.
- Bryant improved to 9-3 at home.
- Scott achieved her 13th game with 10 or more rebounds.
Looking Ahead:
The Bulldogs will face off against Maine on Saturday for Senior Day, marking the last game of the regular season.