BOWIE, MD -- Bowie State women's basketball will host Frostburg State University in it's home opener of the 2024-2025 Season,Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 5:30 pm inside the A.C. Jordan Arena. The non-conference tilt will air live on the Bulldog Sports Network.

When: Tuesday, November 19 at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Bowie, MD (A.C. Jordan Arena)
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Clear Bag Policy
Fans will only be able to carry the following style and size bag into the stadium all of which are subject to search.
• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"
• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
• Small clutch bags, measuring 4.5" x 6.5" with or without a handle or strap
• All other bags will not be permitted. A list of prohibited bags includes but is not limited to: purses, backpacks, drawstring bags that are not clear, briefcases, coolers, fanny packs, luggage, computer bags, camera bags, binocular cases, and diaper bags. Guests are encouraged to return unauthorized items to their vehicles. Bowie State University cannot safeguard items that are not permitted into the stadium. 

The Series 

• This is the second meeting between the two programs since 2023.
• Bulldogs hold a 1-0 record over FSU, as BSU won its last outing (89-80) Dec.31, 2023.

Last Whistle
The Bulldogs (1-0) loss in it's last outing against Old Dominion University (2-1) in exhibition play, 77-50 on the road this past Friday. Destiny Ryles led the Bulldogs with 12 points, two assist, and two steals, while Shelby Ricks added nine points and four rebounds. To add on, Mia Smith contributed with nine points and two assist in the loss. 

The Bulldogs held Old Dominion to only 22.2 percent from beyond the arc. BSU defenders forced five blocks as Kristin Sterling recorded one off the bench. Additionally, the Bulldogs excelled at the free throw line, shooting 73.7 percent (14-of-19) outpacing their opponent's 68.2 percent (15-of-22) performance. 

About Frostburg State 
Frostburg State, a member of the Mountain East Confernce (MEC) enters Tuesday's matchup (2-2), coming off a 86-81 defeat to Seton Hill (Pa.) this past Saturday. Emilee Weakley led FSU with a season-high 32 points, eight rebounds, and three assist, while Alanna Tate added 11 points and three assists. To add on, Julie Spinelli contributed with 10 points, four rebounds and two assist. FSU held Seaton Hill to 32.4 percent behind the three-point line and had the bench unit contributed with 12 points in the loss. 

This is Head Coach Jenna Eckleberry second season with Frostburg State following a 18-11 overall and 14-6 conference record last season.The 2024-2025 Bobcats roster is composed of 10 returners and seven newcomers. Frostburg State were selected to finish second in the MEC Pre-Season Poll. Senior Emilee Weakley was selected MEC Co-Player of the week Nov.11. 

FSU shoots 46.3 percent from the field and averages 72 points, 28.5 rebounds, 11.5 assists, and 6.5 steals through four games this season. Weakley leads the team on both ends, averaging 28.5 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game. To add on, the team's leading passer is Taylor Smith averaging 4.5 assist per game, respectively. 

Looking Ahead
The Bulldogs will hit the road to Bloomfield, NJ to take on Bloomfield College in a non conference showdown on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5:00 p.m. inside the Bloomfield College Gym.

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