News and Notes from around A-10 women's basketball Candice Dupree scores 13 in Phoenix Mercury season opener DeWanna Bonner had 22 points, Candice Dupree added 13 points and rookie Samantha Prahalis had 12 points and six assists but four turnovers in her debut. The Mercury were done in by familiar weaknesses: not enough defense or depth. The Lynx reserves outscored the … [Read more...] about Candice Dupree, Ann Meyers and the A-10 Shuffle
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Dayton beats George Washington, 67-50
Courtesy of DaytonFlyers.com. DAYTON, Ohio – The sixth-seeded University of Dayton men’s basketball team (20-11) advanced to the quarterfinal of the 2012 Atlantic 10 Championships, beating the No. 11 seed George Washington Colonials (10-21) 67-50 on Tuesday at UD Arena. Dayton was paced by sophomore Devin Oliver, who had a career-high 19 points and eight … [Read more...] about Dayton beats George Washington, 67-50
A-10 Opening Round Ticker – Duquesne vs. George Washington
The 2012 Atlantic 10 tournament quarterfinals' second game of the day features a #7/#10 match up between the Duquesne Dukes and George Washington Colonials. Pickin’ Splinters is court side bringing you scores, stats, analysis, insights – we might even get a quote or two from players or coaches. Grab a seat on the Pine for the day. Come early. Stay late. Check back often. … [Read more...] about A-10 Opening Round Ticker – Duquesne vs. George Washington
UMass upends GW behind Zullo
AMHERST, Mass. - The UMass women's basketball team's 50% shooting in the first half helped propel the squad to a 56-53 victory over George Washington at the Mullins Center on Sunday afternoon. With the win, the Minutewomen move to 7-10 on the season, 2-10 in Atlantic 10 games, while the Colonials fall to 11-15 overall and 4-8 in the conference. Scoring in double figures for … [Read more...] about UMass upends GW behind Zullo
Huge second half carries Temple over George Washington, 75-54
PHILADELPHIA – With over 64 percent shooting in a 45-point second half, the Temple women’s basketball team got its 10th straight win in a 75-54 decision against visiting George Washington. Five players scored in double figures for the second straight game for the Owls (17-8, 10-1), led by Kristen McCarthy with a game-high 21 points. Victoria Macaulay recorded her third … [Read more...] about Huge second half carries Temple over George Washington, 75-54