Saturday, December 7
Davidson, N.C.
2:30 p.m.
Davidson College
vs
Wofford
Senior Shneeka Center is averaging close to nine points and six rebounds off the bench this year.
Photo by: Tim Cowie - DavidsonPhotos.com
Davidson Opens Final SoCon Season vs. Wofford Saturday
12/6/2013 10:05:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Gavin McFarlin - Assistant SID
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DAVIDSON, N.C. — Davidson continues with its season-long six-game homestand Saturday afternoon when it plays host to Wofford in the Wildcats' Southern Conference women's basketball opener at 2:30 p.m. in John M. Belk Arena
This will be the final season the 'Cats will compete in the SoCon before moving to the Atlantic-10 next year. It's the second time Davidson has opened league play against the Terriers, with the other matchup taking place during the 2003-04 campaign.
Davidson Wildcats' Student-Athlete Advisory Council is again participating in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Anyone who brings a toy or makes a donation of at least $5.00, will receive a voucher for a ticket to a future women's and men's basketball game. Student Athletes will be in front of the Baker Sports Complex to collect the toys.
Game Notes: Quick Hits ...
•Davidson has won its past four straight in the series vs. the Terriers, including a two-game sweep last year.
•The Wildcats are playing their second of three games in a six-day span.
•Head coach Michele Savage enters her fourth year at Davidson (61-46, 41-19 SoCon).
Last Game Out vs. Rutgers ...
•Davidson had an off-shooting night at home Wednesday, resulting in a 66-35 defeat to Rutgers.
•The 'Cats shot just 21.1 percent from the floor and were just 10-for-24 from the free throw line.
•Laura Murray hit for double figures for the ninth straight game with a team-best 15 points.
•Rachel Piles had a nice game off the bench with six points and eight rebounds, both season-highs.
•Davidson's 16 offensive rebounds were a season-best and they forced 23 Rutger turnovers.
Recent Home Success ...
•The Wildcats have won 64 times in the past 87 games at John M. Belk Arena.
•The Wildcats have won at least nine games at home four times during that time span, including a school-best 12 victories in 2011-12 when they went 12-1.
SoCon Openers ...
•Saturday's game marks the 21st and final season Davidson will compete in the SoCon.
•The 'Cats are 11-9 all-time in league openers after last year's 61-49 win vs. Georgia Southern.
•They are 5-0 in the last five games dating back to 2003-04 when playing its SoCon opener at home
•Overall, the Wildcats are 7-4 in SoCon home openers since entering the league in 1993-94.
Preseason SoCon Poll ...
•Davidson, fresh off a second place finish last year in the SoCon with a 16-4 record, was picked to finish third behind Chattanooga and Samford in both the media and coaches polls.
•Laura Murray was selected to the coaches preseason All-SoCon team for the second year in a row.
Senior Guard Laura Murray ...
•Murray is third all-time in career points (1,427) and is 84 away from moving into second.
•She is also third all-time with 175 career made three-pointers and needs 13 more to move up.
•Laura Murray has scored in double figures in every game and is averaging a team-best 18.2 points.
•Murray was tabbed the SoCon Player of the Week, the second of her career, on Dec. 3.
Series vs. Wofford ...
•Davidson has dominated the series, owning a 29-13 record and won 22 of the past 25 meetings.
•The Wildcats have been even better at home, going 16-3 with a 11-game win streak on the line.
•Last meeting at Belk Arena, Sophia Aleksandravicius scored 20 of her 26 points in the second half and Davidson used a 17-6 run to break up a 32-all tie and going on for a 67-54 victory.
Scouting the Opposition ...
•Wofford moved to 2-4 Wednesday night with a 63-44 win against Bluefield College of the NAIA.
•Jordan Frazier had 17 points and five steals, and Logan Morris scored 13 to go with three steals.
•The Terriers' defense held Bluefield to 25.8 percent shooting and forced 25 turnovers.
•Wofford starts a six-game road trip at Davidson Saturday, finishing up at Maryland in the Terrapin Holiday Classic where it faces Maryland and Howard/College of Charleston.
•Frazier and Morris are both averaging double figures at 11.3 and 10.3 points, respectively.
•Wofford is shooting just 30.7 percent from the floor, but holding opponents to 35.3 percent.
•The Terriers last win at Davidson was during the 2001-02 campaign, a 97-74 victory, Jan. 12, 2001.
•In last year's meeting at Davidson, Morgan Wrightson scored 21 points.
•Wofford is 0-3 on the road, dropping games to Clemson, Charleston Southern and Norfolk State.
•The Terriers were picked to finish 10th in the SoCon preseason poll after going 3-17 last year.
•Wofford returns nine letterwinners in all from last year's 8-21 squad, including a pair of starters.
•Head coach Edgar Farmer Jr. is in his 10th season and has collected 78 career wins.
A Look Ahead ...
The 'Cats turn around and host the Furman Paladins Monday, Dec. 9, for a 7 p.m. SoCon tilt.
Live Video
Digital Media Guide
Game Notes: #10 vs. Wofford (pdf)
Find Your Favorite Wildcat Action Shot at DavidsonPhotos.com
For ticket information for home games, click on season or single game to purchase tickets
DAVIDSON, N.C. — Davidson continues with its season-long six-game homestand Saturday afternoon when it plays host to Wofford in the Wildcats' Southern Conference women's basketball opener at 2:30 p.m. in John M. Belk Arena
This will be the final season the 'Cats will compete in the SoCon before moving to the Atlantic-10 next year. It's the second time Davidson has opened league play against the Terriers, with the other matchup taking place during the 2003-04 campaign.
Davidson Wildcats' Student-Athlete Advisory Council is again participating in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Anyone who brings a toy or makes a donation of at least $5.00, will receive a voucher for a ticket to a future women's and men's basketball game. Student Athletes will be in front of the Baker Sports Complex to collect the toys.
Game Notes: Quick Hits ...
•Davidson has won its past four straight in the series vs. the Terriers, including a two-game sweep last year.
•The Wildcats are playing their second of three games in a six-day span.
•Head coach Michele Savage enters her fourth year at Davidson (61-46, 41-19 SoCon).
Last Game Out vs. Rutgers ...
•Davidson had an off-shooting night at home Wednesday, resulting in a 66-35 defeat to Rutgers.
•The 'Cats shot just 21.1 percent from the floor and were just 10-for-24 from the free throw line.
•Laura Murray hit for double figures for the ninth straight game with a team-best 15 points.
•Rachel Piles had a nice game off the bench with six points and eight rebounds, both season-highs.
•Davidson's 16 offensive rebounds were a season-best and they forced 23 Rutger turnovers.
Recent Home Success ...
•The Wildcats have won 64 times in the past 87 games at John M. Belk Arena.
•The Wildcats have won at least nine games at home four times during that time span, including a school-best 12 victories in 2011-12 when they went 12-1.
SoCon Openers ...
•Saturday's game marks the 21st and final season Davidson will compete in the SoCon.
•The 'Cats are 11-9 all-time in league openers after last year's 61-49 win vs. Georgia Southern.
•They are 5-0 in the last five games dating back to 2003-04 when playing its SoCon opener at home
•Overall, the Wildcats are 7-4 in SoCon home openers since entering the league in 1993-94.
Preseason SoCon Poll ...
•Davidson, fresh off a second place finish last year in the SoCon with a 16-4 record, was picked to finish third behind Chattanooga and Samford in both the media and coaches polls.
•Laura Murray was selected to the coaches preseason All-SoCon team for the second year in a row.
Senior Guard Laura Murray ...
•Murray is third all-time in career points (1,427) and is 84 away from moving into second.
•She is also third all-time with 175 career made three-pointers and needs 13 more to move up.
•Laura Murray has scored in double figures in every game and is averaging a team-best 18.2 points.
•Murray was tabbed the SoCon Player of the Week, the second of her career, on Dec. 3.
Series vs. Wofford ...
•Davidson has dominated the series, owning a 29-13 record and won 22 of the past 25 meetings.
•The Wildcats have been even better at home, going 16-3 with a 11-game win streak on the line.
•Last meeting at Belk Arena, Sophia Aleksandravicius scored 20 of her 26 points in the second half and Davidson used a 17-6 run to break up a 32-all tie and going on for a 67-54 victory.
Scouting the Opposition ...
•Wofford moved to 2-4 Wednesday night with a 63-44 win against Bluefield College of the NAIA.
•Jordan Frazier had 17 points and five steals, and Logan Morris scored 13 to go with three steals.
•The Terriers' defense held Bluefield to 25.8 percent shooting and forced 25 turnovers.
•Wofford starts a six-game road trip at Davidson Saturday, finishing up at Maryland in the Terrapin Holiday Classic where it faces Maryland and Howard/College of Charleston.
•Frazier and Morris are both averaging double figures at 11.3 and 10.3 points, respectively.
•Wofford is shooting just 30.7 percent from the floor, but holding opponents to 35.3 percent.
•The Terriers last win at Davidson was during the 2001-02 campaign, a 97-74 victory, Jan. 12, 2001.
•In last year's meeting at Davidson, Morgan Wrightson scored 21 points.
•Wofford is 0-3 on the road, dropping games to Clemson, Charleston Southern and Norfolk State.
•The Terriers were picked to finish 10th in the SoCon preseason poll after going 3-17 last year.
•Wofford returns nine letterwinners in all from last year's 8-21 squad, including a pair of starters.
•Head coach Edgar Farmer Jr. is in his 10th season and has collected 78 career wins.
A Look Ahead ...
The 'Cats turn around and host the Furman Paladins Monday, Dec. 9, for a 7 p.m. SoCon tilt.
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