BOWIE, MD — The Bowie State men's and women's basketball teams host Lincoln (PA) on Saturday, Feb. 21, for a Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Northern Division doubleheader inside A.C. Jordan Arena.
The women's game tips off at 2:00 p.m., followed by the men's game at 4:00 p.m. Both games will stream live on the Bulldog Sports Network.
When: Saturday, Feb. 21 | 2:00 p.m. (WBB), 4:00 p.m. (MBB)
Where: A.C. Jordan Arena (Bowie, Md.)
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Clear Bag Policy
Fans may bring only the following items into the arena (all items subject to search):
- Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags not exceeding 12 x 6 x 12 inches
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (e.g., Ziploc)
- Small clutch bags measuring 4.5 x 6.5 inches, with or without a strap
All other bags are prohibited, including purses, backpacks, non-clear drawstring bags, briefcases, coolers, fanny packs, luggage, computer bags, camera bags, binocular cases. and diaper bags. Fans are encouraged to return unapproved items to their vehicles. Bowie State University cannot store items not permitted in the arena.
Game Promotion
Bowie State will honor its 2026 graduating student-athletes during Senior Day at A.C. Jordan Arena.
The Bulldogs will recognize women's basketball seniors
Afia Owusu-Mensah,
Mia Smith, and
Hannah Wilkerson, along with men's basketball seniors
Guy Fauntleroy, and
KJ West, for their contributions to the program.
Fans are encouraged to wear all black to pack A.C. Jordan Arena in support of the seniors. The first 200 fans in attendance will receive free Black Out T-shirts, while supplies last.
Women's Basketball Series History
- Lincoln (PA) leads the all-time series 17–10, dating back to Jan. 6, 2009.
- Bowie State won the most recent meeting, 65–55, on Jan. 17, 2026, in Wilmington, Del.
- BSU's longest winning streak in the series is two games (Jan. 14–Feb. 4, 2017).
- The Bulldogs hold a 5–8 home record in the match-up.
Scouting the Bulldogs | Women
Bowie State enters the match-up 17–7 overall and 10–5 in CIAA play, sitting first in the Northern Division with an 8–1 divisional record. A victory in this contest would solidify the Bulldogs as the outright champions of the Northern Division.
The Bulldogs' success has been fueled by defensive pressure and depth. Bowie State allows just 57.0 points per game, forces 21.9 turnovers per contest, and averages 12.0 steals and 5.7 blocks per game, resulting in a +9.3 scoring margin.
Offensively, BSU averages 66.4 points per game while shooting 74.1% from the free-throw line, converting 17.0 free throws per contest. The Bulldogs feature a balanced scoring attack led by
Malaka Cobb (10.3 ppg) and
Mia Smith (9.5 ppg). BSU has also excelled late in games, consistently outscoring opponents in the fourth quarter.
Scouting the Lady Lions
Lincoln (PA) heads into Saturday's contest 3–23 overall and 0–15 in CIAA play.
The Lady Lions average 55.6 points per game while allowing 70.5, resulting in a -14.9 scoring margin. LUPA shoots .321 from the field and averages 3.9 three-pointers per game. Defensively, the Lady Lions average 9.1 steals and 2.4 blocks per contest.
Kaziah Akinniyi leads Lincoln (PA) offensively at 13.5 points per game, with Alaila Walker (10.6 ppg) and Hunter Conway (8.3 ppg) providing additional scoring support. The Lady Lions average 38.5 rebounds per game, looking to create second-chance opportunities.
Men's Basketball Series History
- Bowie State leads the all-time series over Lincoln (PA) 16–11 since Nov. 15, 2008.
- The Bulldogs dropped the most recent meeting, 77–73, on Jan. 17, 2026, in Wilmington, Del.
- Bowie State's longest winning streak in the series is six games (Feb. 4, 2017–Jan. 25, 2020).
Scouting the Bulldogs | Men
Bowie State averages 68.0 points per game while shooting 40.2% from the field and 30.4% from 3-point range.
Jaiden McGhee (13.3 ppg, 5.1 rpg) and West (13.8 ppg, 5.3 rpg) lead the offense, combining for more than 27 points per game. West also serves as the primary facilitator.
Joseph Allen adds 12.0 points and 5.9 rebounds per contest while shooting 52.3% from the floor. Fauntleroy contributes 10.6 points per game and leads the team with 48 made 3-pointers.
Defensively, the Bulldogs average 7.8 steals and 3.6 blocks per game but have been out rebounded by 5.8 boards per contest. Limiting second-chance opportunities and improving efficiency will be key, especially with potential seeding implications for the upcoming CIAA Men's Basketball Tournament in Baltimore, Md.
Scouting the Lions
Lincoln (PA) enters 9–18 overall and 4–11 in CIAA play.
The Lions average 67.7 points per game and allow 73.3 while shooting 41.9% from the field. Lincoln owns a +5.6 rebounding margin.
Ronald Bridges Jr. leads the Lions with 12.0 points per game while shooting 48.9% from the floor and 37.5% from three-point range. BJ Johnson Jr. adds 12.5 points per game with 52 assists on the season. Julius Olanrewaju averages 10.4 points while shooting 87.3% from the free throw line. Amadou Fall contributes 7.2 points and a team-best 5.3 rebounds per game while leading Lincoln with 64 blocks.
Up Next
The Bulldogs will await the official seeding for the 2026 CIAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament this upcoming week in Baltimore, Md.
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