Basketball
UAB Women's Basketball Heading to Auburn for Sunday Showdown
2024-12-07
Birmingham stands as the backdrop as the UAB women's basketball team gears up to take on Auburn this Sunday afternoon. The anticipation is palpable as fans await the tipoff, set for 2 p.m. CT and set to be aired live on the SEC Network+.

Key Matchup Details

The Blazers enter this Sunday's contest with a record of 5-2, while Auburn comes in at 6-3 on the season. This marks the 36th time these two teams have faced each other, with the Tigers holding a commanding lead in the all-time series, standing at 30-5.

Recent Victories

Auburn recently secured a 66-57 victory at Virginia on Thursday night. On the other hand, UAB earned an impressive 87-66 win against Southern Miss last Sunday. These recent results add an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming showdown.

Player Performances

Maddie Walsh led four players in double figures against Southern Miss, scoring 16 points on 6-of-10 shooting in the paint and 4-of-6 from behind the arc. Tracey Bershers went 4-of-5 in field goals and 3-of-4 from the long range, collecting 12 points. Rayne Tucker also had a solid game, recording 12 points and going 6-of-8 in the field. Sara Bershers added 11 points on the afternoon.Jade Weathersby tallied 11 rebounds along with 8 points, while Journey Armstead matched her career-high with 11 assists. Ashton Elley recorded a season-best 9 points, and Eleecia Carter came away with a season-high 8 points.

Statistical Highlights

The Blazers shot an impressive 56 percent for the game and 53 percent from behind the arc, while holding the Golden Eagles to shooting 38 percent. Walsh leads UAB with 13.0 points per game, followed by Weathersby with 11.1. Sara Bershers is averaging 9.3 points per game, and Tucker is recording 9.1. Armstead is registering 9.0 points per game. Weathersby leads in the rebound category with 10.4 rebounds per game.Offensively, Auburn is led by Taliah Scott who averages 20.3 points per game, DeYona Gaston (19.9 ppg) and Celia Sumbame (10.4 ppg).

Ticket Information

Season tickets for the 2024-25 UAB women's basketball season are available for $50 for general admission tickets. Reserved courtside seating is also offered for $115. For more details about women's basketball ticket packages, call the UAB Athletics Ticket Office at (205) 975-UAB1.

Group and Premium Tickets

Individual and corporate groups can plan an unforgettable experience during 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. Fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.

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