April 19, 2013
Nia Roberts Joins The Bulls For 2013-14
Head coach Felisha Legette-Jack has announced that Miami, FL native Nia Roberts has signed a National Letter of Intent and will be joining the University at Buffalo women’s basketball program for the upcoming 2013-14 season. She becomes the fourth member of next year’s freshmen class.
March 18, 2013
Regan and Sharkey Named Athletes of the Week
March 14, 2013
Bulls Nearly Pull off Quarterfinal Upset of Akron
The season came to an end for the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team on Thursday afternoon, but not before nearly pulling off a huge upset of third-seeded Akron in the Quarterfinals of the FirstEnergy Mid-American Conference Tournament.
March 13, 2013
Ways to Follow the Bulls in the MAC Tournament
There are several ways to follow both the men's and women's basketball teams during the MAC Tournament in Cleveland.
March 13, 2013
Dominant Second Half Leads Bulls To MAC Tournament Victory Over Miami, 82-70
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team scored a season-high 52 second-half points and outscored its opponent by 12 over the final 20 minutes, defeating Miami, 82-70, in the second round of the Mid-American Conference Tournament.
March 12, 2013
Bulls Continue Tournament Play Wednesday Afternoon In Cleveland
For the first time since 2011, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team has advanced to Cleveland for the Mid-American Conference Tournament. The Bulls are coming off a first round victory at Alumni Arena against the Northern Illinois Huskies. UB finished the conference schedule 8-8, tied for their third best finish in school history.
March 11, 2013
Dugan and Loesing Named Athletes of the Week
March 9, 2013
Bulls Advance To Cleveland With 56-46 Win Over Northern Illinois
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team held the visiting Northern Illinois Huskies to 46 points and advanced to the Second Round of the 2013 First Energy Mid-American Conference Tournament with a 56-46 victory on Saturday afternoon at Alumni Arena. UB will face Miami (OH) on Wednesday afternoon in second round action.
March 8, 2013
Bulls Open MAC Tournament Action Saturday Afternoon At Alumni Arena
For just the second time since 2007, the Bulls will be hosting a first-round playoff games in the 2013 Mid-American Conference Tournament. The Bulls are the seventh seed, finishing with an 8-8 MAC record under first-year head coach Felisha Legette-Jack. Buffalo is facing Northern Illinois in the MAC Tournament for the first time since 2009.
March 8, 2013
Loesing And Baccas Named To Postseason All-MAC Teams
Freshman Mackenzie Loesing and sophomore Christa Baccas have both been honored by the Mid-American Conference, the league office announced Friday afternoon. Both Loesing and Baccas were Honorable Mention selections, while Loesing was also one of five first-year players named to the league’s All-Freshman team.
March 6, 2013
Bulls End Regular Season With 77-60 Setback Against Akron
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was outscored 45-24 in the first half on Wednesday night and lost its regular season finale to Akron, 77-60, at Alumni Arena. The Bulls finished conference play with an 8-8 record, good enough for the #7 seed in the upcoming conference tournament.
March 5, 2013
Bulls Close Out Regular Season Wednesday Night
Buffalo will close out the regular season Wednesday evening when it hosts Akron at Alumni Arena. Both teams are coming off wins on Sunday afternoon and while both teams know their fate for the conference tournament, certain seeds are still on the line. UB will host a game on Saturday afternoon at 2pm in the first round of the Mid-American Conference Tournament.
March 3, 2013
Defense Leads Buffalo To Dominating Victory Over Kent State, 81-45
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team allowed just nine points in the opening half, its fewest since joining the Mid-American Conference, and scored a season-high 81 points as it led wire-to-wire in defeating Kent State, 81-45, Sunday afternoon at Alumni Arena. The win improves UB to 10-18 and 8-7 in the MAC.
March 2, 2013
Bulls Welcome Kent State To Alumni Arena For Senior Day
Now that the Bulls have knocked out the road portion of their schedule, they begin a three-game home stand Sunday afternoon. The Bulls will face Kent State today followed by Akron on Wednesday night. Buffalo has secured a first round playoff game in the MAC Tournament, which begins next Saturday.
February 28, 2013
Bulls Drop Hard Fought Road Contest At Bowling Green, 56-43
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team fought hard for 40 minutes against the defending MAC East Champions, but a significant disadvantage at the free throw line proved costly as the Bulls fell 56-43.
February 27, 2013
Bulls Conclude Road Slate Thursday Night At Bowling Green
he Bulls play their final regular season road game Thursday night when they face Bowling Green at the Stroh Center.
February 23, 2013
Bulls Roll Past Ohio, 56-35
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team allowed just 35 points on Saturday afternoon and led wire-to-wire, defeating the Ohio Bobcats, 56-35. The Bulls forced the Bobcats into tough shots all game as Ohio shot just 24 percent from the floor.
February 22, 2013
Bulls Begin Two-Game Road Swing At Ohio
Buffalo heads back to the road for their final two stops of February Frenzy, beginning this afternoon at Ohio. The Bulls have road games against the Bobcats and Bowling Green next week before closing the season with two straight at home.
February 20, 2013
Strong Second Half Leads Miami Past Buffalo, 69-56
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was outscored 41-33 in the second half and fell in its return to Alumni Arena, 69-56, to the visiting Miami (OH) RedHawks. The Bulls shot it well in the second half, but recorded 12 turnovers, which Miami took advantage of. The loss evens UB’s MAC record at 6-6.
February 19, 2013
Bulls Host Miami (OH) In Return To Alumni Arena
After travelling over 1,700 miles for its last two road games, the Bulls return home for just the second time this month Wednesday night when they host Miami (OH). The Bulls and RedHawks sport identical 6-5 MAC marks, but UB currently holds the tiebreaker due to its 78-70 win at Miami on Jan. 31.
February 18, 2013
Watson and Baccas Named Athletes of the Week
February 16, 2013
Long Range Shooting Leads Bulls Past Eastern Michigan, 79-63
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team recorded a season-high 23 assists and shot 50.0% from the floor, defeating Eastern Michigan, 79-63, Saturday afternoon at the Convocation Center.
February 15, 2013
Bulls Continue Road Swing At Eastern Michigan
The Bulls conclude play against the MAC West Saturday afternoon as they face Eastern Michigan at the Convocation Center. It is a pivotal contest for both teams that sit within one game of each other in the MAC Standings.
February 10, 2013
Bulls Run Into Hot-Shooting Chippewas In Mt. Pleasant
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team allowed 86 points on Sunday afternoon as the host Chippewas shot 54.3 percent in the second half to defeat Buffalo, 86-51. The loss is UB’s third straight and drops it to .500 in MAC play.
February 9, 2013
Bulls Head To Central Michigan For Sunday Afternoon Affair
The Bulls return to the road for the first of two straight games in the state of Michigan Sunday afternoon when they face Central Michigan on SportsTime Ohio. The Chippewas have dropped two straight and have moved into third place in the MAC West, while Buffalo is currently fourth in the MAC East, but are just one game out of a log-jammed first place in the East Division.
February 7, 2013
Bulls Fall Just Short Against Bowling Green
Despite allowing just 25 second half points on Thursday night against Bowling Green, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was defeated in a tough 61-56 decision against the visiting Falcons at Alumni Arena.
February 6, 2013
Bulls Return Home To Play4Kay Against Bowling Green
The Bulls come back to Alumni Arena for the first of just two February games in Buffalo tonight as it hosts Bowling Green this evening. The Bulls and Falcons are currently tied for second in conference play with matching 5-3 records.
February 2, 2013
Second Half Struggles Cost Bulls At Akron
Despite taking an early lead in the second half on Saturday afternoon, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was outscored 38-23 over the final 20 minutes of play, as Akron defeated Buffalo, 75-57.
February 1, 2013
Bulls Continue Road Swing Saturday Afternoon At Akron
t will be a battle for two of the top teams in the MAC East as the Bulls, 5-2 in MAC Play, head to Akron to face the Zips, 4-3 in conference play. Both teams are coming off victories over top programs in Miami and Bowling Green, respectively. Buffalo outscored the RedHawks, 44-34, in the second half in Thursday afternoon’s victory.
January 31, 2013
Balanced Scoring Leads Buffalo to 78-70 Victory At Miami (OH)
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team had six players score eight or more points and overcame a 13-point first half deficit as the Bulls defeated Miami (OH), 78-70, on Thursday afternoon at Millett Hall.
January 30, 2013
Women's Basketball Begins Road Trip Thursday Afternoon At Miami (OH)
The Bulls open up a grueling stretch of six of their next eight games on the road, beginning Thursday afternoon at Miami (OH). Buffalo enters the game with a 4-2 mark in conference play, tied for second with Bowling Green, and one game behind the RedHawks.
January 26, 2013
Stingy Defensive Effort Leads Bulls to 63-44 Win Over Western Michigan
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team allowed just 14 first-half points, en route to a 63-44 victory over Western Michigan on Saturday afternoon. The Bulls had three players in double figures, while senior Nicki Hopkins played 40 minutes for the first time in her career.
January 23, 2013
Turnovers Costly As Bulls Fall To Ball State, 69-55
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball dropped its second straight game on Wednesday night as they committed 21 first-half turnovers, falling to Ball State, 69-55. The loss drops Buffalo to 5-13 on the season and 3-2 in the MAC.
January 22, 2013
Brenna Doty To Be Honored As A “Legend Of The Hardwood” This Saturday
The University at Buffalo Division of Athletics has announced a new “Legends of the Hardwood” series, honoring the greatest men’s and women’s basketball players at UB. This Saturday, Hall of Fame guard Brenna Doty Rousseau will be honored by having her number #31 honored in Alumni Arena.
January 19, 2013
Gritty Effort By The Bulls Fall Short At Toledo
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team hung tight with the defending MAC West champion Toledo Rockets on Saturday, but ultimately fell, 59-44, picking up its first conference defeat of the season. For the fourth straight game, the Buffalo defense allowed less than 60 points to its opponent.
January 16, 2013
Bulls Take Down Golden Flashes; Improve To 3-0 In MAC For First Time
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team continued its strong play to begin Mid-American Conference play, picking up its third straight win, defeating Kent State, 69-54, Wednesday evening at the M.A.C Center. The victory improves the Bulls to 3-0 in the MAC for the first time since joining the conference in 1998-99.
January 14, 2013
Hoffman and Loesing Named Athletes of the Week
January 14, 2013
Mackenzie Loesing Named MAC East Player Of The Week
Freshman Mackenzie Loesing has been named the Mid-American Conference East Division Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon. The honor is the first for Loesing and the first by a UB player this season.
January 13, 2013
Bulls Blitz Bobcats, 73-36
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team remained perfect in Mid-American Conference play on Sunday afternoon, dominating the Ohio Bobcats, 73-36, at Alumni Arena. The Bulls did little wrong over the 40 minutes, finishing with nine players who recorded points and all 10 healthy players saw at least 10 minutes of action.
January 10, 2013
Division Of Athletics Posts Program-Best 3.039 GPA
The University at Buffalo Division of Athletics finished an exceptional semester in the classroom in the Fall of 2012, post a school-best 3.039 GPA. This marked the first time that the Athletic Department has surpassed a 3.0 GPA in back-to-back semesters.
January 10, 2013
Bulls Open MAC Play With 60-53 Win Over Northern Illinois
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team opened up Mid-American Conference play with a big victory over Northern Illinois on Thursday night, 60-53, at Alumni Arena. The Bulls played solid defense and hit free throws down the stretch to pick up the win.
January 7, 2013
Lewandowski and Sharkey Named Athletes of the Week
January 5, 2013
Slow Start Dooms Bulls In Non-Conference Finale
The host Cornell Big Red used a 24-3 run over the first 10 minutes of action on Saturday afternoon and never looked back defeating the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team 70-43 at Newman Arena in the final non-conference game for UB.
January 4, 2013
Get your seats in the Front Row. Download the New Buffalo Bulls Mobile App.
Bring in the new year by downloading the new Buffalo Bulls Mobile App, available for both Apple and Android products.
December 29, 2012
Bulls Fall Short Against Hot-Shooting Panthers, 91-77
Despite shooting a season-high 77 points, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team fell to Pittsburgh on Saturday, 91-77. The Panthers shot 60.3% for the contest, while the Bulls shot a season-best 46.2%. For the second straight game, Buffalo received balanced scoring led by a career-high 18 points from redshirt junior Cherridy Thornton.
December 21, 2012
Bulls Continue Dominance Over Purple Eagles With 65-51 Victory
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team used balanced scoring to snap a seven-game losing streak and give the Bulls their eighth straight victory over Niagara, defeating the Purple Eagles, 65-51, Friday afternoon at Alumni Arena. The Bulls finished the game with four players in double figures, led by 17 points from freshman Mackenzie Loesing.
December 20, 2012
Women's Hoops Returns From Layoff To Host Niagara Friday Afternoon
Having been on a break for the last 13 days to concentrate on finals, the University at Buffalo women's basketball team returns to action on Friday afternoon to face Big 4 rival Niagara. The Bulls have not played since a 65-60 loss to Binghamton on Dec. 8 and are looking to continue a seven-game winning streak against the Purple Eagles.
December 10, 2012
Regan and Gupilan Named Athletes of the Week
December 8, 2012
Late Charge Not Enough As Bulls Fall To Binghamton, 65-60
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was unable to hold on to on to an early 10-point lead, falling to Binghamton, 65-60, Saturday evening at Alumni Arena. Junior Margeaux Gupilan recorded a career-high 20 points in the loss.
December 7, 2012
Regional Rivalries On Tap in Saturday Doubleheader
Fans will be treated to a pair of rivalry games on Saturday, as the women's basketball team hosts Binghamton at 5 pm before the men play against Big Four rival Niagara immediately after. The first 1,500 fans at the women's game will receive a pair of "Be A Bull" tube socks.
December 5, 2012
Bulls Fall Short To Bonnies, 64-55
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team hung tight with the defending Atlantic 10 Champions and Sweet Sixteen participant St. Bonaventure on Wednesday night, leading for the majority of the contest before falling late to the Bonnies, 64-55. Freshman Rachael Gregory set career highs in points and rebounds, notching her first career double-double.
December 4, 2012
Bulls Host Rival St. Bonaventure in Mid-Week Game
It will be a hard-nosed game on Wednesday night as the Buffalo women's basketball team welcomes Big Four rival St. Bonaventure to Alumni Arena for a 7 pm game. The mid-week game is the first of four straight home games for the road-weary Bulls, who have played six road games already this season.
December 1, 2012
Second Half Charge Falls Short At Bucknell
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was able to overcome a 16-point first half deficit on Saturday night, tying the game late, but ultimately falling to Bucknell, 78-71.
November 28, 2012
Freshmen Shine In Loss To Duquesne
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was led by a pair of freshmen on Wednesday evening, but the Bulls fell to Duquesne, 78-52. For the second straight game, Mackenzie Loesing led the Bulls in scoring. The loss drops Buffalo to 1-6 on the season.
November 28, 2012
New Bull on the Block: Rachael Gregory
Meet Rachael Gregory a freshman on the women's basketball team from Indianapolis, IN.
November 26, 2012
Regan and Loesing Named Athletes of the Week
November 24, 2012
Defensive Miscues Cost Buffalo Against Eastern Illinois
Despite career highs in scoring from three different UB players, the Bulls allowed a season-high 89 points, falling to Eastern Illinois, 89-73, during the second day of the 2012 Dayton Marriott Classic. The loss drops UB to 1-5 on the season.
November 23, 2012
Late Scoring Drought Hurts Bulls At Nationally-Ranked Dayton, 68-44
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team went scoreless for over 11 minutes in the second half and despite allowing just 68 points to nationally-ranked Dayton the Bulls fell, 68-44, in the first game of the Dayton Marriott Classic.
November 19, 2012
Mack and Baccas Named Athletes of the Week
November 19, 2012
Bulls Add Three Talented Players For 2013-14
First-year head coach Felisha Legette-Jack has announced the signing of three players for the 2013-14 season, her first recruiting class at Buffalo. Included in the class are a player from Brooklyn, NY and two players from Mississippi.
November 18, 2012
First Half Troubles Doom Bulls At Wright State
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was outscored 34-19 over the opening 20 minutes of play on Sunday afternoon, as the Bulls fell to Wright State, 66-51. UB played the Raiders even during the second half, but were unable to overcome the early struggles.
November 16, 2012
Late Heroics Lead Bulls To First Victory, 61-59
Freshman Rachael Gregory broke a 59-59 tie with 1.7 seconds left on Friday night, as head coach Felisha Legette-Jack picked up her first win as UB head coach, defeating Oakland, 61-59 at the Athletics Center O’Rena. The Bulls improve to 1-2 on the year.
November 13, 2012
Bulls Fall In Home Opener To Youngstown St., 60-50
Despite not allowing a field goal for nine minutes in the second half, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was unable to pull of the comeback on Tuesday afternoon, falling to Youngstown State in its home opener, 60-50. The Bulls were able to cut into an 18-point second half deficit, but ultimately fell to 0-2 on the year.
November 9, 2012
Bulls Drop Season-Opener at Canisius, 73-57
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team dropped a 73-57 decision to Canisius in the first game of the Felisha Legette-Jack era at the Koessler Center on Friday night.
November 3, 2012
Bulls Drop Season-Opening Exhibition, 63-53
The visiting Gannon Golden Knights went on a late 14-2 run as they defeated the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team, 63-53, in an exhibition contest on Saturday evening. Tonight’s game was the first for new UB head women’s basketball coach Felisha Legette-Jack.
October 25, 2012
Nytor Longar Named To Preseason All-Big Four Team
Redshirt junior Nytor Longar was named to the Preseason All-Big Four First Team on Thursday morning at the Big Four Basketball Media Day, held at Pearl Street Grill and Brewery in downtown Buffalo. The teams were voted on by local media and the athletic communications offices from each of the four local schools.
October 25, 2012
Sights & Sounds of the 2012 Big 4 Media Day
Head Coaches Reggie Witherspoon and Felisha Legette-Jack discuss their upcoming seasons with the media.
October 1, 2012
Brittany Hedderson Signs Professional Contract To Play In Finland
University at Buffalo graduate Brittany Hedderson has signed a contract to play professional basketball with Turun Riento in Turku, Finland. Hedderson will be playing in the top-division in Finland with her season starting on October 6th.
September 28, 2012
UB Student-Athletes Take Part In Habitat For Humanity
The University at Buffalo had members of the women’s cross country and women’s basketball team take part in Habitat For Humanity last weekend
August 30, 2012
UB Women's Basketball Releases 2012-13 Schedule
First-year head coach Felisha Legette-Jack has announced her innaugural schedule, beginning with 13 non-conference games to kick off the year.
July 31, 2012
Bernitha Johnson And Kourtney Brown Finalize Women’s Basketball Coaching Staff
First-year head coach Felisha Legette-Jack has finalized her coaching staff with the addition of Bernitha Johnson and former MAC Player of the Year Kourtney Brown. Johnson and Brown join Al Walker who was hired earlier this month.
July 19, 2012
Al Walker Named To Women’s Basketball Coaching Staff
First-year head coach Felisha Legette-Jack has started to assemble her coaching staff by adding veteran head coach Al Walker as her top assistant.
July 2, 2012
Felisha Legette-Jack Recaps First Week On Job
New women's basketball coach Felisha Legette-Jack talks about her first week on the job.
June 22, 2012
Felisha Legette-Jack Wiill Be On Syracuse Radio Sunday Morning
June 14, 2012
#11 Brittany Hedderson Scores School-Record 39 Points Against Oakland
On December 22, Brittany Hedderson had a game for the ages as the senior guard poured in a school-record 39 points in a 69-65 win over Oakland at Alumni Arena.
June 14, 2012
Felisha Legette-Jack Named Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Felisha Legette-Jack, a New York native with 10 years of Division I head coaching experience, has been named the 12th head coach in the history of the University at Buffalo women’s basketball program, athletic director Danny White announced on Thursday morning. Legette-Jack most recently spent six seasons as the head coach at Indiana University.
June 5, 2012
UB Athletics Posts Highest GPA in School History
University at Buffalo student-athletes posted a 3.001 grade point average during the spring 2012 semester. It was the highest GPA in school history and the first time the department had a collective 3.0 GPA.
May 30, 2012
Linda Hill-MacDonald Will Not Return As Buffalo's Women’s Basketball Coach
The University at Buffalo Division of Athletics announced today that Linda Hill-MacDonald will not return as women’s basketball coach after seven seasons leading the Bulls.
April 16, 2012
Teresa Semalulu Named To Academic All-MAC Team
The Mid-American Conference announced its 2011-12 Women’s Basketball Academic All-MAC team Monday, as voted by faculty athletic representatives at MAC institutions. Twelve student-athletes (due to ties) were named to the Academic All-MAC team this season, each for the first time in their careers.
March 6, 2012
Brittany Hedderson Named First-Team All-MAC
For the third straight season, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team will have a member on All-MAC First Team as it was announced on Tuesday morning that senior Brittany Hedderson was named to the five-member squad.
March 3, 2012
Late Comeback Falls Short As Season Ends At Akron
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was unable to overcome a 32-point second half deficit as it fell to Akron, 96-82, in the first round of the 2012 Mid-American Conference Tournament on Saturday afternoon. The loss ends UB’s season at 9-22.
February 28, 2012
Bulls End Regular Season With 78-69 Defeat At Akron
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team concluded its regular season on Tuesday night, falling to Akron, 78-69. The Bulls end the regular season as the 11th seed and will head right back to Akron on Saturday for the first round of the conference tournament against the sixth-seeded Zips.
February 25, 2012
Hedderson And Semalulu Pace Bulls To Senior Day Victory
For the second straight game, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team overcame a halftime deficit, outscoring Ohio, 42-34 in the second half, en route to a 61-56 win on Saturday afternoon. The victory concluded the home portion of UB’s schedule as its honored its four seniors prior to the game.
February 24, 2012
Women's Basketball Holds Senior Day As Part of UB Doubleheader
It will be senior day for the women's basketball team Saturday at noon, with the team honoring its five seniors before taking on the Ohio Bobcats. The game will precede the men's game against Miami (OH), to be held at 3 pm.
February 21, 2012
Second Half Charge Leads Bulls Past Kent State
The Bulls trailed by two at the half and exploded for 50 second half points as they defeated Kent State, 85-72. The victory was just UB’s fourth ever against the Golden Flashes and second at Alumni Arena.
February 18, 2012
Slow Second Half Dooms Bulls Against Miami, 66-50
For the second straight game the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team took a one-point lead into the half, but the visiting Miami (OH) RedHawks outscored the Bulls 36-19 in the second half, en route to a 66-50 victory on Saturday afternoon at Alumni Arena.
February 15, 2012
Bulls Drop Tight Road Affair At Bowling Green, 62-52
For nearly 40 minutes, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team hung in on the road against the defending MAC Champions, Bowling Green, but the host Falcons emerged late, defeating Buffalo, 62-52.
February 11, 2012
Buffalo Comeback Fall Short Against Central Michigan
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was able to erase an early 13-point deficit, but could not hold on to a late lead, falling to Central Michigan, 66-60, Saturday afternoon at Alumni Arena.
February 10, 2012
Bulls Basketball Prepares for First Doubleheader of the Season
For the first time this season, the men's and women's basketball teams will play a home doubleheader. The Saturday afternoon games will be the final crossover games against the Mid-American Conference's West Division, with the women facing Central Michigan at 3 pm while the men take on Western Michigan at 6 pm.
February 4, 2012
Bulls Drop Cardinals, 61-37
Following a night where the Bulls allowed 102 points, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team put forth a dominating defensive performance as the Bulls defeated Ball State, 61-37.
February 2, 2012
Bulls Drop Wild Battle At Western Michigan, 102-92
Despite scoring a season-high 92 points, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was outscored 63-49 in the second half, falling to Western Michigan, 102-92, Thursday night at the University Arena.
January 28, 2012
Late Toledo Run Spoils Buffalo’s Upset Bid
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team led for the first 37 minutes on Saturday afternoon, but was unable to hold on to a 15-point halftime advantage, falling to Toledo, the defending MAC Regular Season and WNIT Champions, 77-75, at Alumni Arena.
January 26, 2012
Bulls To Play 4 Kay This Saturday
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team will be taking part in its annual breast cancer awareness event on Saturday afternoon during its game against Toledo. This year, the event has been named “Play 4 Kay” in memory of former NC State head coach Kay Yow, who lost her battle with breast cancer in 2009. All proceeds from the event will benefit the WBCA/Kay Yow Cancer Fund.
January 25, 2012
Eagles Run Past Bulls, 72-54
The visiting Eastern Michigan Eagles took advantage of 29 Buffalo turnovers on Wednesday night as the Bulls fell to EMU, 72-54, at Alumni Arena. UB got a career-high 18 points from freshman Christa Baccas, but the Bulls fell to 6-15 on the season and 1-6 in the MAC.
January 24, 2012
UB Women Play Eastern Michigan, Aim to Stay Perfect Against MAC West Opponents
After posting a total team performance in a 62-46 win over Northern Illinois on Sunday, the women's basketball team will take on Eastern Michigan (12-7, 4-2) Wednesday evening in a Mid-American Conference crossover game. Tip off is scheduled for 7 pm.
January 22, 2012
Stingy Buffalo Defense Leads Bulls To First MAC Win
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team held the host Northern Illinois Huskies to 27.3% shooting as the Bulls defeated NIU, 62-46, ending a six-game losing skid and picking up their first conference win of the year.
January 19, 2012
Second Half Rally Leads Kent State Past Buffalo, 85-73
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team shot a season-high 51.9% from the floor on Thursday night, but the host Kent State Golden Flashes shot just as well, defeating the Bulls, 85-73.
January 15, 2012
Bulls Drop Sunday Affair To Bowling Green, 79-59
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team could not defeat the defending Mid-American Conference champions, falling to Bowling Green, 79-59, Sunday afternoon at Alumni Arena. The loss drops UB’s record to 5-13 on the season and 0-4 in the MAC.
January 11, 2012
Bulls Drop High-Scoring Affair To Akron, 91-82
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team and the visiting University of Akron put on quite the show Wednesday night, combing for 103 second half points, but the Bulls fell to the Zips, 91-82. For the first time in nearly two years UB had two players with 20-point games. The loss drops the Bulls to 5-12 on the season and 0-3 in the MAC.
January 7, 2012
Bulls Fall To Miami, 72-51
The host Miami (OH) women’s basketball team led wire-to-wire on Saturday afternoon, as it defeated the University at Buffalo, 72-51, winning its eighth straight game. The Bulls, who just concluded a stretch of 12 of their first 16 games away from home, have fallen to 5-11 on the year and 0-2 in the MAC.
January 4, 2012
Bulls Drop MAC Opener At Ohio, 73-64
Despite a game-high 25 points from senior Brittany Hedderson, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team fell at Ohio, 73-64, Wednesday night at the Convocation Center. It was the MAC Opener for both teams.
December 30, 2011
Bulls Fall To Iowa State In Cyclone Challenge Final
It was a tale of two halves on Friday night in the championship game of the Cyclone Challenge as the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team played a strong first half, but was outscored 31-14 in the second, helping Iowa State to a 65-45 win at the Hilton Coliseum
December 29, 2011
Bulls Top Highlanders, 66-53
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was able to overcome an early seven-point deficit, using a balanced effort to defeat NJIT, 66-53, in the opening round of the Cyclone Challenge, Thursday night at the Hilton Coliseum on the campus of Iowa State University.
December 26, 2011
Hedderson Named MAC East Player Of The Week
Fresh off her school-record 39 points in a win over Oakland, senior Brittany Hedderson was named the Mid-American Conference East Division Player of the Week, the conference office announced Monday evening.
December 22, 2011
Hedderson’s School Record Leads Bulls To Overtime Victory
Behind a school-record 39 points from senior Brittany Hedderson, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team came away with a 69-65 overtime thriller, Thursday afternoon at Alumni Arena.
December 20, 2011
Bulls Downed By Howard, 81-57
The host Howard Lady Bison scored the first 11 points Tuesday night and led wire-to-wire, defeating the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team, 81-57. The Bulls had a solid night from behind the arc, but missed layups and turnovers again what doomed them.
December 19, 2011
Bulls Hit Nation’s Capitol Following Break
Following a 10-day layoff for finals, the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team will return to action when it faces Howard at the Burr Gymnasium in Washington, DC.
December 16, 2011
Alumni Arena Videoboard Installation - Update #4
December 10, 2011
Hot Shooting Bonnies Too Much For Bulls
The host St. Bonaventure Bonnies shot extremely well, especially from three point range, Saturday evening, defeating the Buffalo women’s basketball team, 76-45. The Bonnies improved to 8-1 on the season, while UB drops to 3-7.
December 7, 2011
Hedderson Shoots Bulls To Victory Over Canisius
he University at Buffalo women’s basketball team used a total team effort to snap a five-game losing streak, defeating Canisius, 62-57, Wednesday night at Alumni Arena. Senior Brittany Hedderson scored a career-best 31 points, while four Bulls reached double figures in the rebounding department. The win improves UB’s record to 3-6 on the year.
November 30, 2011
Bulls Downed By Wright State On Kid’s Day
Visiting Wright State spoiled the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team’s homecoming on Wednesday afternoon, using its long range shooting to defeat the Bulls, 81-54. The game had a special Noon tipoff as the Bulls celebrated Kid’s Day in front of a season-high home crowd of 1,021.
November 29, 2011
Road-Weary Bulls Return Home for Kid's Day Matchup vs. Wright State
Coming off a stretch of four games in six days, the Buffalo women's basketball team will return to Alumni Arena for just the second time this season as it welcomes in Wright State Wednesday at noon for Kid's Day. The game will be a rematch of last season's Women's Basketball Invitational game that was won by the Raiders, 82-79. This will be just the second meeting ever between the two programs.
November 27, 2011
Bulls Drop Sunday Matinee To FDU, 63-54
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team concluded play at the World Vision Classic on Sunday, falling to Fairleigh Dickinson, 63-54. The loss drops UB’s record to 2-5 on the season.
November 26, 2011
Second Ranked UConn Too Much For Bulls
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team gave it their all on Saturday night, but it wasn’t enough as the Bulls fell to Connecticut, 90-34, on the second day of the World Vision Classic. UConn came in to the game ranked second in the nation in the latest USA Today/WBCA Coaches Poll.
November 25, 2011
Long Range Shooting Leads Dayton Past Buffalo, 94-74
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team had its highest scoring output of the season, but was unable to overcome 15 Dayton three-pointers, as they fell to the Flyers, 94-74, on the opening day of the World Vision Classic at the Gampel Pavilion.
November 22, 2011
Bulls Fall At Syracuse, 79-59
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was unable to deal with a strong post presence and suffocating full-court defense, falling at Syracuse on Tuesday night, 79-59, at the Carrier Dome. The loss evens UB’s record to 2-2.
November 19, 2011
Bulls Down Bucknell In Home Opener
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team won its 2011-12 home opener on Saturday evening, defeating Bucknell, 63-57. The win is UB’s third straight over the Bison as it improves its record to 2-1 on the year.
November 16, 2011
Women’s Basketball Signs Three To National Letters Of Intent
Head coach Linda Hill-MacDonald has announced the addition of three players, who have all signed National Letters of Intent to play for the Bulls next year. The class is comprised of Rachael Gregory, Mackenzie Loesing and Karin Moss.
November 14, 2011
Turnovers Costly As Bulls Fall At Duquesne, 90-46
The host Duquesne University used a 30-0 first half run as it forced 35 Buffalo turnovers and the Bulls lost 90-46 at the A.J Palumbo Center. The loss evens Buffalo’s record at 1-1 on the year.
November 14, 2011
Brittany Hedderson Named MAC East Player of the Week
UB senior Brittany Hedderson was named the MAC East Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon.
November 11, 2011
Bulls Claim Season Opener At Niagara, 65-54
Fueled by a double-double from senior Brittany Hedderson, the Bulls led wire-to-wire in defeating Niagara on Friday evening, 65-54. The victory by the Bulls was their seventh straight over the Purple Eagles and the third straight year that they have won their season opener.
November 2, 2011
Bulls Win Exhibition Opener Against Buffalo St., 80-67
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team used a 30-12 run midway through the second half, defeating Buffalo State, 80-67, in its 2011-12 exhibition opener. The Bulls, who are replacing four starters, had three players in double figures.
October 31, 2011
UB Athletics Announces Upgrades to Alumni Arena
The University at Buffalo’s Alumni Arena will be showcasing a new look and game-day atmosphere as the winter season of athletic and cultural events gets underway. Included in the enhancements are state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems as well the installation of a new video and scoring system. The project is a collaborative effort between UB Facilities, Planning & Design and the Division of Athletics with funding provided by the university’s critical maintenance fund and private dollars.
October 18, 2011
Bulls Madness Kicks Off the Start of Basketball Season
The Buffalo basketball preseason kicked off in a big way Saturday night with Bulls Madness. An energetic crowd was on hand to meet the 2011-12 men's and women's team, including the nine new faces suiting up for UB this season. Student fans were able to join in with three of the four contests during the evening – a shooting contest, a relay race and the three-point competition.
October 13, 2011
Bulls Madness Set For Saturday Night
Fans will get their first look at the 2011-12 men’s and women’s basketball teams on Saturday night as Bullls Madness will take place at Alumni Arena. The event will begin at 10:30 pm with doors opening at 10:00 pm and it is free to the public.
September 9, 2011
UB Women's Basketball Releases 2011-12 Schedule
Seventh-year head coach Linda Hill-MacDonald has announced the 2011-12 women's basketball schedule including 14 non-conference games to kick off the year.
August 29, 2011
Rob Golabek & Kourtney Brown Named Athletes Of The Year
The University at Buffalo Division of Athletics announced its 2010-11 Athletes of the Year yesterday at its annual Welcome Back Picnic. Earning the honors for this past year were Kourtney Brown of the women’s basketball team and Rob Golabek of the men’s track and field team. Both student athletes were named All-Americans during the course of the year.
August 18, 2011
MAC Announces New Basketball Format
The Mid-American Conference (MAC) announced today a revised format for the 2012 FirstEnergy MAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments at Cleveland’s Quicken Loans Arena next March.
July 21, 2011
Kourtney Brown To Play Professionally In Spain
UB’s all-time leading scorer Kourtney Brown has signed a professional contract to play for Femenino Cáceres in the Spanish LF2 League. Brown will head overseas sometime in August with the season beginning in September.
July 12, 2011
Jessica Bogia Named Assistant Basketball Coach
Head coach Linda Hill-MacDonald has announced that Jessica Bogia will join the women’s basketball staff as an assistant coach. Bogia comes to Buffalo with an impressive resume, including two seasons as a head coach.
May 24, 2011
Ten UB Teams Over 975 in Latest APR Report
For the second straight year, the University at Buffalo athletic department has seen all of its 20 intercollegiate sports finish above the cut line in the NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) scores that were released today.
May 23, 2011
Women’s Basketball Announces 2010-11 Award Winners
Head coach Linda Hill-MacDonald has announced the award winners for the 2010-11 women’s basketball season. Coming away with three awards was sophomore Nicki Hopkins, while UB’s senior class of Kourtney Brown, Jessica Fortman, Bridgette Kendricks and Ashley Zuber claimed the rest.
April 19, 2011
Three Bulls Named Academic All-MAC
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team placed a conference-high three players on the Academic All-MAC team, which the conference announced on Tuesday morning. MAC Player of the Year Kourtney Brown was one of two three-time Academic All-MAC selections, while seniors Jessica Fortman and Ashley Zuber were also named to the squad.
March 30, 2011
Kourtney Brown Earns AP All-America Honorable Mention Honors
University at Buffalo senior forward Kourtney Brown was named honorable mention All-America by the Associated Press. Brown was the only player from the Mid-American Conference on the list and joins Tiffany Bell as the only two UB players ever honored as All-America selections.
March 25, 2011
Bulls Sweep MAC Scholar Athlete Awards
The University at Buffalo swept the Mid-American Conference Scholar Athlete of the Week Awards. Ashley Zuber of the women’s basketball team and Alex Baldock of the baseball team each took home the honor.
March 16, 2011
Brown Named Regional Finalist For State Farm Coaches’ All-America Team
Senior Kourtney Brown has been named as one of 52 regional finalists for the State Farm Coaches’ All-America Team, the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced on Wednesday afternoon.
March 16, 2011
Late Comeback Falls Short In WBI Opening Round
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was unable to come back from a 16-point halftime deficit, falling to Wright State, 82-79, in the opening round of the Women’s Basketball Invitational. The loss ends Buffalo’s season at 16-16
March 14, 2011
Bulls Invited To First Ever Postseason Tournament; Head To Wright State Wednesday Night
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team has been invited to the Women’s Basketball Invitational, its first ever trip to a postseason tournament. The Bulls will face Wright State in the first round of the tournament, Wednesday night at Wright State’s Nutter Center.
March 9, 2011
Buffalo’s Run Comes to an End in MAC Quarterfinal
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team saw its season come to an end on Wednesday afternoon as the Bulls fell in the Quarterfinals of the Mid-American Conference Tournament to Central Michigan, 90-69, at the Quicken Loans Arena.
March 8, 2011
Bulls Clash With Chippewas In MAC Quarterfinal
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team continues play in the Mid-American Conference Tournament on Wednesday afternoon as the sixth-seeded Bulls face the third seed Central Michigan.
March 8, 2011
Brown Named MAC Player Of The Year; Repeats As Defensive Player
The Mid-American Conference announced on Tuesday morning that senior Kourtney Brown has been named the MAC Player of the Year, the first player in school history to win the honor. Brown also repeated for a second straight season as the conference’s Defensive Player of the Year and on the All-MAC First Team.
March 5, 2011
Bulls Advance To Cleveland With 82-73 Win Over Ball St.
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team kept its season alive on Saturday evening as it defeated Ball State, 82-73, in the first round of the 2011 Mid-American Conference Tournament. The sixth-seeded Bulls now advance to the Quarterfinals in Cleveland, OH where they will face Central Michigan on Wednesday.
March 4, 2011
Women's Basketball Hosts Ball State In MAC Tournament Opener
After clinching the sixth seed with an 8-8 record in the Mid American Conference, the Buffalo women's basketball team will welcome in West Division foe Ball State for a first round matchup. It will be the second meeting between the two, with Buffalo winning 77-61 at home on Jan. 29.
March 3, 2011
Brown Picks Up Second Straight Conference Accolade
Senior Kourtney Brown was named the MAC East Player of the Week for the second time in the last four days as the league office named its final Players of the Week Thursday evening following the conclusion of the regular season. The honor is the fifth of the year for Brown, the most in the league.
March 2, 2011
Bulls Fall To Hot-Shooting Bowling Green In Regular Season Finale
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team concluded the regular season on Wednesday evening, but fell to a hot-shooting Bowling Green squad, 92-68. The Falcons hit 16 threes in what is likely the final women’s basketball game ever at Anderson Arena.
February 28, 2011
Brown Collects Fourth MAC Player Of The Week Honor
Senior Kourtney Brown was named the MAC East Player of the Week for the fourth time this season on Monday afternoon as she led the Bulls to a pair of wins, helping them clinch a home game in the upcoming MAC Tournament.
February 26, 2011
Records Fall As Bulls Defeat Ohio On Senior Day, 70-65
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team used a total team effort to send its seniors out in style on Saturday afternoon, defeating Ohio, 70-65. The Bulls had five players in double figures as several individuals shattered career statistics on the day.
February 25, 2011
Bulls Celebrate Senior Day On Saturday Against Ohio
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team will host their final regular season game on Saturday afternoon as the Bulls host Ohio at 2:00 pm at Alumni Arena.
February 25, 2011
Buffalo Basketball Sweeps MAC Scholar Athlete Awards
The University at Buffalo swept the weekly Mid-American Conference Scholar-Athlete of the Week awards as junior guard Zach Filzen and senior forward Kourtney Brown earned recognition for their achievements both on the court and in the classroom. The league announced the awards from its Cleveland headquarters on Friday.
February 23, 2011
Bulls Use Clutch Shooting Late To Defeat Miami, 77-74
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team used some late clutch shooting to defeat Miami (OH) on Wednesday night, 77-74. The win snaps a three-game losing streak and improves UB’s record to 14-13 on the season and 7-7 in the MAC.
February 22, 2011
Bulls Begin Final Homestand Wednesday Night Against Miami
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team begins a two-game homestand on Wednesday night as they host Miami (OH) to Alumni Arena. The Bulls are looking to snap a three-game losing streak, while the RedHawks are looking for their first win in nine games.
February 19, 2011
Hot Shooting First Half Leads Kent State Over Buffalo, 72-52
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was unable to overcome a 19-point halftime deficit, falling at Kent State, 72-52. The loss drops UB’s record to 13-13 on the season and 6-7 in the MAC.
February 16, 2011
Bulls Fall In Final Seconds To Akron, 71-67
The visiting Akron Zips scored four points in the final seven seconds on Wednesday night, defeating the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team, 71-67, at Alumni Arena. The loss drops UB’s record to 13-12 and evens their record in the MAC at 6-6.
February 15, 2011
Bulls Return To MAC East Play Against Akron Tonight
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team concludes a three-game home stand tonight as they host Akron at 7:00 pm at Alumni Arena. The Bulls are currently in third place in the MAC East.
February 12, 2011
Bulls Fall In Overtime To Northern Illinois, 61-53
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was unable to hold on to a late three-point lead, falling in overtime to Northern Illinois, 61-53. The loss snaps a four-game winning streak for the Bulls as they fall to 13-11 on the season and 6-5 in the MAC.
February 10, 2011
UB Athletics Hosts "National Girls And Women In Sports Day" And Pink Zone Event
UB's nationally-televised game on Saturday afternoon against Northern Illinois will also be it National Girls and Women In Sports Day celebration and it's WBCA Pink Zone game.
February 8, 2011
Stingy Defensive Effort Leads Bulls To 53-39 Victory
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team won its fourth straight game on Tuesday afternoon with a defensive clinic, defeating Western Michigan, 53-39. The 39 points were the fewest allowed by the Bulls all season as they improve to 13-10 on the season and 6-4 in the MAC.
February 5, 2011
Brown’s Bucket Delivers Bulls To Third Straight Victory
Senior Kourtney Brown put the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team ahead with a basket with 28 seconds left and the Bulls hung on for a victory at Eastern Michigan, 70-68. The Eagles had overcome a 16-point second half deficit, taking a one-point lead before Brown gave the Bulls the lead back. The win was the third straight for UB as it improves its record to 12-10 on the season and 5-4 in the MAC.
February 3, 2011
Kourtney Brown Named Academic All-District
Fifth-year senior Kourtney Brown has been named to the Capital One Academic All-District Second Team. Brown, who has twice been named Academic All-MAC, was one of five players who made the second team.
February 1, 2011
Bulls Announce Rescheduling Of Athletic Events
Due to the impending storm set to hit Western New York on Wednesday, the University at Buffalo is closed all day and therefore the Bulls’ planned athletic events have also been rescheduled.
January 31, 2011
Kourtney Brown Named MAC East Player Of The Week
Senior Kourtney Brown was named MAC East Player of the Week for the third time this season on Monday afternoon, following a week where she became UB’s all-time leading scorer and rebounder. The honor is the third of the season for Brown and her second in the last three weeks.
January 29, 2011
Quick Start Leads Bulls To 77-61 Win Over Ball St.
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team led wire-to-wire on Saturday afternoon defeating Ball State, 77-61, at Alumni Arena. It was UB’s first home win over Ball State since 2001 as the Bulls improve to 11-10 on the season and 4-4 in the MAC.
January 28, 2011
Bulls Host Hoops Doubleheader on Saturday
The University at Buffalo men’s and women’s basketball teams will host a MAC doubleheader on Saturday afternoon at Alumni Arena. The men will host Northern Illinois at noon followed by the women taking on Ball State at 2:30 pm.
January 26, 2011
Brown And Fortman Reach Milestones In Victory Over CMU, 92-89
Senior Kourtney Brown became UB’s all-time leading scorer and rebounder on Wednesday afternoon as the Bulls defeated Central Michigan, 92-89. In addition to Brown’s accolades, fellow senior Jessica Fortman also became the 19th member of the 1,000-point club.
January 25, 2011
Bulls Conclude Road Swing With Wednesday Matinee
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team will conclude a stretch of five of its first seven conference games on the road on Wednesday afternoon with a Kid’s Day game at Central Michigan. It is expected to be a capacity crowd at McGuirk Arena for the game against the Chippewas.
January 22, 2011
Second Half Charge Falls Short At Toledo
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team outscored its opponent by 10 in the second half, but was unable overcome a slow start, falling to Toledo, 67-53, Saturday afternoon at Savage Arena. The game was UB’s first of the season against a MAC West opponent.
January 21, 2011
Kids Run The Show Next Saturday
It’s another UB hoops doubleheader at Alumni Arena on Saturday, Jan. 29 when the men host Northern Illinois at noon followed by the women taking on Ball State at 2:30 p.m. The University at Buffalo is teaming up with The Buffalo News and Hometown 1230 WECK to let “kids run the show.”
January 21, 2011
Feb. 12 Game To Air Live On SportsTime Ohio; Game Time Moved
The Mid-American Conference announced today that the upcoming women’s basketball game between Buffalo and Northern Illinois on Saturday, February 12th has been selected as part of the MAC television package on the official television partner of the MAC, SportsTime Ohio.
January 21, 2011
Buffalo Sweeps MAC Scholar Athlete of the Week Awards
The University at Buffalo swept the weekly Mid-American Conference Scholar-Athlete of the Week awards as men’s diver Colin Patrican and women’s basketball player Kourtney Brown earned recognition. The league announced the awards from its Cleveland headquarters on Friday.
January 18, 2011
Bulls Fall Short Against Defending MAC Champions, 72-61
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team knocked down four more shots and had three fewer turnover, but it wasn’t enough to knock out the six-time defending MAC Champions as Bowling Green defeated Buffalo, 72-61, Tuesday night at Alumni Arena. The loss evens UB’s record to 9-9 on the season and 2-3 in the MAC.
January 17, 2011
Bulls Return Home to Face Bowling Green
Fresh off its first conference road trip, the Buffalo women's basketball team will be back in action at Alumni Arena Tuesday night against Bowling Green. The game will feature the top two scoring threats in the Mid American Conference, with Kourtney Brown facing Lauren Prochaska.
January 17, 2011
Kourtney Brown Named MAC East Player Of The Week
Senior Kourtney Brown was named MAC East Player of the Week for the second time this season on Monday afternoon, coming off a career week where she had back-to-back 30-point performances. It was the ninth career Player of the Week honor for Brown.
January 15, 2011
Brown Helps Power Way To 65-51 Win At Ohio
Fifth-year senior Kourtney Brown notched her second straight 30-point performance on Saturday as the Bulls defeated Ohio, 65-51, at the Convocation Center. The win improves UB’s record to 9-8 on the season and evens up its conference record at 2-2.
January 12, 2011
Records Fall Despite Loss To Miami, 94-89
The 1,200 plus kids that were at Millett Hall for today’s Kids Day got a treat as the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team and Miami combined for 183 points as the RedHawks were able to hold on for a 94-89 win over the Bulls. Despite the loss senior Ashley Zuber set a new school record with 16 assists.
January 8, 2011
Buffalo Basketball Opens Home MAC Slate With Saturday Doubleheader
With the start of Mid-American Conference play this Saturday for the University at Buffalo basketball teams, it's not the size of the bull in the fight; it's the size of the fight in the bull. That is the theme for a limited-edition poster giveaway featuring 6'10" forward Mitchell Watt and 5'4" guard Ashley Zuber. The first 500 fans at each game of this Saturday's UB hoops doubleheader will receive the special poster. The UB women face off against Kent State at 5pm and the men take on Bowling Green at 7pm.
January 8, 2011
Hot Second Half Leads Kent State Over Buffalo, 72-63
It was a tail of two halves for the University at Buffalo women’s basketball team on Saturday evening as the Bulls were unable to hold on to a 17-point half time lead, falling to Kent State, 72-63, at Alumni Arena.
January 5, 2011
Bulls Open MAC Play With 61-45 Win At Akron
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team won its third consecutive game on Wednesday night, defeating Akron in its MAC opener, 61-45, at Rhodes Arena. The Bulls improve to 8-6 on the season and win their MAC opener for the first time since the 2007-08 season.
January 2, 2011
Bulls End Non-Conference Play With 58-53 Win Over Brown
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team tied its win total from last season on Sunday afternoon, ending non-conference play with a 58-53 win at Brown. The Bulls conclude non-conference play at 7-6 with MAC play beginning Wednesday night at Akron.
December 30, 2010
Bulls End 2010 With 67-51 Win Over Rider
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team led wire-to-wire on Thursday evening as the Bulls defeated Rider, 67-51, in the consolation game of the Lehigh Christmas City Classic. Following the game, senior Kourtney Brown was named to the All-Tournament team.
December 29, 2010
Bulls Begin Four-Game Road Trip At Lehigh Christmas City Classic
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team comes back from Christmas break and immediately hits the road for the next four games, spanning into the beginning of Mid-American Conference play. The Bulls begin the trip with a two-game tournament at the Lehigh Christmas City Classic.
December 29, 2010
Hot-Shooting Second Half Dooms Bulls Against Mississippi State
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball teams put together one of their best halves of the season on Wednesday night, but couldn’t keep it up in the second half as Mississippi State defeated the Bulls, 72-58, in the opening round of the Lehigh Christmas City Classic. Senior Kourtney Brown became UB’s all-time leader in career field goals in the loss and now has 608.
December 21, 2010
Bulls Conclude Home Non-Conference Play Tuesday Night
Following an eleven-day break to rest up and focus on exams, the Buffalo women’s basketball team will be back in action Tuesday night against Big Four rival Niagara. It will be the third regional rivalry game for the Bulls in the past four and the team will look to post a winning record in the Big Four for the first time since 2006.
December 21, 2010
Strong Defensive Effort Leads Bulls Past Niagara, 58-42
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team outscored visiting Niagara, 29-16, in the second half allowing the Purple Eagles to shoot just 13.0 percent over the final 20 minutes, as the Bulls snapped a two-game skid with a 58-42 win Tuesday night at Alumni Arena. The win evens UB’s record to 5-5.
December 10, 2010
Bulls Fall In Defensive Battle To St. Bonaventure, 56-47
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team engaged in a defensive battle with fellow Big 4 member St. Bonaventure on Friday night, but the visiting Bonnies were able to walk out with a 56-47 win at Alumni Arena. The Bulls outshot the Bonnies on the night, but St. Bonaventure used a better performance from the three point line and free throw line for the win.
December 7, 2010
"Wing Wednesday" To Begin This Week Against Niagara
When the UB men’s basketball team plays host to “Big 4” rival Niagara on Wednesday, Alumni Arena will also host the first of six “Wing Wednesdays” during the 2010-11 season. The first 200 fans at this Wednesday’s game, presented by Upstate New York Transplant Services, will be treated to free wings courtesy of Santora’s Pizza Pub & Grill.
December 6, 2010
Turnovers Costly In 67-53 Loss To Duquesne
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team returned home following a five-game road trip, but 23 turnovers proved to be too much as Duquesne outscored the Bulls 38-26 in the second half en route to a 67-53 road win. Senior Kourtney Brown picked up her 34th career double-double in the game.
December 1, 2010
Bulls Trounce Crosstown Rival Canisius 79-50
The Buffalo women’s basketball team put together a complete performance, led by 26 points and 15 rebounds by senior Kourtney Brown her 33rd career double-double, to dominate crosstown rival Canisius, 79-50, at the Koessler Athletic Center on Wednesday night.
November 29, 2010
Bulls Set to Reignite Big Four Rivalry at Canisius
Fresh off a trip to Cancun for the Thanksgiving Classic, the Buffalo women's basketball team will travel across town to face the Canisius Griffins Wednesday evening.
November 27, 2010
Bulls Conclude Cancun Thanksgiving Classic With 66-56 Victory
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team overcame a two-point deficit and ended the game on a 22-10 run over the final nine and a half minutes as the Bulls defeated William & Mary, 66-56, on Saturday afternoon. The win evens up UB’s record at 3-3 on the season.
November 26, 2010
Bulls Fall In Cancun Thanksgiving Classic Opener
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team was unable to come away with a victory in its first ever regular season game in another country, falling to Michigan, 69-49. The loss drops UB’s record to 2-3 on the season.
November 22, 2010
Kourtney Brown Named MAC East Player Of The Week
Preseason All-MAC selection Kourtney Brown has been named MAC East Player of the Week, the Mid-American Conference Office announced on Monday afternoon. It is the first time this season that Brown has won the honor and the eighth time in her career.
November 22, 2010
Bulls Add Five For 2011-12
Sixth-year head coach Linda Hill-MacDonald has announced the addition of five players, who have all signed National Letter’s of Intent to join the Bulls for the 2011-12 season. The class includes three players from the State of New York.
November 21, 2010
Total Team Effort Leads Bulls Past Bucknell, 72-53
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team shot a season-high 48.3 percent from the floor on Sunday afternoon as the Bulls defeated Bucknell, 72-53, at Sojka Pavilion. The win evens UB’s record at 2-2 on the season.
November 19, 2010
Cold Shooting Hurts Bulls At Temple
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team hit the road for the first time on Friday night, but shot just 30.1 percent for the game, falling to the host Owls, 74-64, at McGonicle Hall. Kourtney Brown led the way with 17 points and 18 rebounds, her ninth straight double-double and the 32nd of her career.
November 19, 2010
Buffalo Opens Extended Road Trip Against Temple
After back-to-back home games to open the regular season, the Buffalo Bulls women's basketball team will travel to Philadelphia for a matchup against the Temple Owls. Led by reigning MAC defensive player of the year and All-MAC first team member Kourtney Brown, the Bulls enter the game with a 1-1 record.
November 15, 2010
Brown Nets Career High In Loss To Cleveland State
Senior Kourtney Brown added to an already impressive career on Monday night as she recorded a new career high with 34 points in a 78-69 loss to Cleveland State. Brown added 16 rebounds for her eighth straight double-double and the 31st of her career.
November 12, 2010
Balanced Scoring Effort Leads Bulls To Season-Opening Win
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team got contributions for all 10 players that dressed as UB opened the season with an 86-63 victory over Howard, Friday night at Alumni Arena. Senior Kourtney Brown picked up the 30th double-double of her career to lead all scorers.
November 8, 2010
Bulls Open Season With 86-48 Exhibition Win
The University at Buffalo women’s basketball team got its season started on Monday night, defeating Daemen 86-48 in an exhibition game. UB begins its regular season this Friday at home against Howard.
October 27, 2010
Kourtney Brown Named To Preseason All-MAC East Team
Senior Kourtney Brown has been named to the Preseason All-MAC East Team for the second straight season, the league office announced on Wednesday morning. Brown comes into the season as the league’s reigning Defensive Player of the Year and a first-team All-MAC selection.
October 20, 2010
Pat Charity Named Womens Basketball Assistant Coach
A veteran of over 26 years of NCAA Division I womens basketball coaching, Pat Charity has joined the University at Buffalo womens basketball staff. At UB, Charity will help the Bulls in areas that include scouting, recruiting and the day-to-day operations of the team.
October 13, 2010
UB to Hold Bulls Madness on Saturday Night
Basketball season is right around the corner and the University at Buffalo is kicking off the start of the season with Bulls Madness on Saturday, October 16 at Alumni Arena.
August 23, 2010
UB Women's Basketball Releases 2010-11 Schedule
Sixth-year head coach Linda Hill-MacDonald has announced the 2010-11 women's basketball schedule including 13 non-conference games to kick off the year.
April 26, 2010
Bulls Add Margeaux Gupilan For 2010-11
Head coach Linda Hill-MacDonald has announced the addition of Margeaux Gupilan for the upcoming 2010-11 season. Gupilan becomes the third player signed by the Bulls for the upcoming season. Gupilan is also the first UB womens basketball player from the state of California.
April 7, 2010
Kourtney Brown Named Academic All-MAC In Consecutive Seasons
Junior Kourtney Brown became one of 13 players on Wednesday afternoon to be named to the Academic All-MAC team. Brown is one of three players in the league to be selected to the team two seasons in a row and she also becomes UBs first ever two-time selection.
March 9, 2010
Kourtney Brown And Abby Dowd Pick Up All-MAC Honors
Junior Kourtney Brown became just the second UB player ever to be named first-team All-MAC as the Mid-American Conference announced their postseason honors on Tuesday morning. Brown was also named the leagues Defensive Player of the Year, while freshman Abby Dowd was named to the MAC All-Freshman Team.
March 6, 2010
Upset Bid Falls Short As UBs Season Comes To An End
With just about 13 minutes left in Saturday afternoons MAC First Round game, it looked like the University at Buffalo womens basketball team was poised to make the tournaments first upset, however the host Eastern Michigan Eagles were able to come back for a 66-56 victory at the Convocation Center. UBs season comes to a close at 7-23.
March 2, 2010
Kourtney Brown Breaks Single-Season Rebounding Record As Bulls Fall To Kent State
Kourtney Brown became UBs single-season rebounding leader on Tuesday night as the Bulls wrapped up the regular season with a 67-55 loss to Kent State at Alumni Arena. Prior to the contest, UB recognized Dayna Smith who played her final home game in a UB uniform.
February 27, 2010
Bushby Three Downs Bulls At Buzzer
Ohios Jennifer Bushby hit a three as time expired on Saturday afternoon, breaking a 58-58 tie, as the Bobcats defeated the Bulls, 61-58, at the Convocation Center. UB was able to erase a 12-point second half deficit, but could not hold on for the win.
February 24, 2010
Strong Shooting Leads Bowling Green Past Buffalo, 81-64
The visiting Bowling Green Falcons led throughout on Wednesday night as they defeated the University at Buffalo womens basketball team, 81-64, at Alumni Arena. The Bulls were led by junior Kourtney Brown, who finished with 20 points and 11 rebounds, her 16th double-double of the season.
February 20, 2010
Bulls Fall At Miami, 67-52
The host Miami RedHawks led wire-to-wire on Saturday afternoon as they defeated the University at Buffalo womens basketball team, 67-52, at Millett Hall. UB was led by Kourtney Brown, who had 20 points and 10 rebounds for her 15th double-double of the year.
February 13, 2010
Late Run Leads Akron Past Buffalo, 63-57
Akrons Kyle Baumgartner had five straight points in a minute span late in the second half to lead the Zips past UB, 63-57, Saturday afternoon at Alumni Arena. The Bulls led for much of the game, but were unable to hold on in front of a season-high crowd of 2,480.
February 10, 2010
Strong Shooting Leads Ball State Past Bulls, 84-62
The host Ball State Cardinals started the game on a 13-1 run and never looked back as they defeated the University at Buffalo womens basketball team, 84-62, Wednesday night at Worthen Arena. The game against the Cardinals wraps up play against the MAC West.
February 8, 2010
Brown Picks Up Weekly MAC Honor
University at Buffalo junior Kourtney Brown was named MAC East Player of the Week for the fourth time this season, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon. Brown picked up her 12th and 13th double-doubles of the season as she averaged 22.0 points and 12.0 rebounds in UBs two-game homestand.
February 6, 2010
Strong Defense Leads Bulls To Victory
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team was able to shut down the MACs third best offense as the Bulls led wire-to-wire on Saturday afternoon, defeating Central Michigan, 60-52, at Alumni Arena.
February 3, 2010
Late Second Half Charge Falls Short Against EMU
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team was able to cut a 17-point second half deficit to four, but the MACs leading scorer and the Eastern Michigan Eagles held on for a 78-65 victory, Wednesday night at Alumni Arena. Junior Kourtney Brown led the way for the Bulls with 25 points and 10 rebounds.
January 30, 2010
Second Half Comeback Leads Bulls To First Ever Win At Western Michigan
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team brushed off its worst shooting performance of the season in the first half to snap a three-game losing streak as the Bulls defeated Western Michigan, 50-46, Saturday afternoon at University Arena. The win for the Bulls was their first ever at Western Michigan in six tries.
January 27, 2010
Toledo Rallies Late In Overtime To Defeat UB, 69-67
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team was able to erase a 14-point second half deficit to force overtime, but the Bulls fell late in the extra period to the MAC West leaders, Toledo, 69-67, Wednesday night at Alumni Arena. For the first time since November of last year UB had two 20-point scorers, led by 30 points and 18 rebounds from Kourtney Brown.
January 19, 2010
Late Free Throws Lead Kent State Past UB, 68-66
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team was unable to hold on to a nine-point second half lead as three late free throws from Kent State pushed the host Golden Flashes past the Bulls, 68-66, Tuesday night at the M.A.C. Center.
January 18, 2010
Kourtney Brown Picks Up MAC Honors For Third Time This Season
Junior Kourtney Brown was named MAC East Player of the Week for the third time this season as she recorded 18.0 points and 14.0 rebounds as she led the Bulls to their first MAC win of the season. The three Player of the Week honors are tied for the most in the league.
January 16, 2010
Fast Start Leads Bulls To First MAC Win
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team scored the first seven points and led wire-to-wire on Saturday afternoon as the Bulls picked up their first conference win, defeating Ohio, 76-62, at Alumni Arena.
January 13, 2010
Second Half Charge Leads Falcons Past Bulls, 78-60
For the first 15 minutes of Wednesday nights game against Bowling Green, it looked like the University at Buffalo womens basketball team was poised to upset the five-time defending MAC champions, however the Falcons responded with a strong second half as UB fell, 78-60, at Anderson Arena. Junior Kourtney Brown led the Bulls with her sixth straight double-double.
January 9, 2010
Kourtney Brown Becomes Second Fastest In School History To 1,000 points
Junior Kourtney Brown became the second fastest player in school history to reach the 1,000 point mark, however the Bulls fell 72-56 on Saturday afternoon to the Akron Zips at Rhodes Arena. Brown finished with 20 points and 14 rebounds.
January 6, 2010
Bulls Drop MAC Opener To Miami, 62-55
The visiting Miami RedHawks outscored the University at Buffalo womens basketball team 36-24 in the second half as the Bulls fell in their Mid-American Conference opener, 62-55, Wednesday night at Alumni Arena.
January 4, 2010
Kourtney Brown Named MAC East Player of the Week
Junior Kourtney Brown was named MAC East Player of the Week the conference office announced on Monday. The award is the second for Brown this season and the second straight week that a UB player has been named MAC East Player of the Week.
January 3, 2010
Bulls Pick Up Second Straight Win, 64-51
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team opened the new year with its second consecutive victory as the Bulls defeated Bucknell, 64-51, Sunday afternoon at Alumni Arena. The Bulls led for the final 30 minutes as they picked up their fourth win of the year, finishing non-conference play at 4-9.
December 29, 2009
Bulls Hold On Against Stetson, 65-53
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team got out to a 23-point lead and despite a late Stetson rally was able to hold on for a 65-53 win against the host Hatters in the consolation game of the Stetson Hatter Classic.
December 28, 2009
Jessica Fortman Named MAC East Player of the Week
Junior Jessica Fortman was named MAC East Player of the Week this morning following a career-high performance against Delaware last week. Fortman is the second UB player to pick up MAC honors this season.
December 28, 2009
Strong Defensive Effort Not Enough For Bulls Against American
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team was unable to overcome 25 turnovers as the Bulls fell to American, 54-43, despite a defensive effort that saw American shoot just 28.6 percent for the game. The game was the opener of the Stetson Hatter Classic.
December 22, 2009
Late Second Half Charge Not Enough For Bulls
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team was unable to overcome 39 points from preseason All-American Elena Delle Donne as the Bulls fell to Delaware, 85-72, Tuesday night at the Bob Carpenter Center. The Bulls outscored the Blue Hens, 44-41, in the second half.
December 13, 2009
Bulls Dominate Youngstown St., 92-38
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team scored the first six points of the game and never looked back as the Bulls rolled all over Youngstown State on Sunday afternoon, 92-38, at Alumni Arena. The 54-point victory was UBs largest since a 53-point win during the 1991-92 season. UB had 13 different players find the scoring column.
December 9, 2009
Strong Second Half Leads St. Bonaventure Past Buffalo, 78-57
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team hung tough with undefeated St. Bonaventure for 30 minutes on Wednesday night, but a 30-10 run during the middle of the second half led the Bonnies past UB, 78-57, at the Reilly Center.
December 5, 2009
Canisius Bests Bulls In Final Minute, 59-56
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team returned home from a three-game road trip and gave it their all against visiting Canisius, but fell just short as they dropped a 59-56 contest to the Golden Griffins on Saturday afternoon at Alumni Arena.
December 2, 2009
Turnovers Costly As Bulls Fall To Providence, 86-63
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team was unable to overcome a 32-turnover performance as the Bulls fell to Providence, 86-63, Wednesday night at Alumni Hall. The two teams were locked into a tight affair in the first half, but the Friars outscored the Bulls 49-32 in the second half.
November 28, 2009
Late Charge Leads Black Bears Past Bulls, 58-53
For the second straight day a strong performance by the opposition in the second half led to a UB defeat. The Bulls had a seven-point halftime lead, but fell to Maine, 58-53, in the consolation round of the Dead River Classic at Maines Alfond Arena. The loss drops UB to 1-4 on the season.
November 27, 2009
Second Half Surge Leads Penn State Past Bulls, 86-65
A 50-point second half outburst by Penn State led the Lady Lions to an 86-65 victory over the University at Buffalo womens basketball team, Friday evening in the first round of the Dead River Company Classic at Maines Alfond Arena.
November 21, 2009
Bulls Fall to Temple in Home Opener 65-55
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team battled Temple University from start to finish, falling to the Owls, 65-55 on Saturday afternoon at Alumni Arena. In the Bulls' home opener, junior Kourtney Brown led the Bulls offensive efforts with 16 points as fellow junior Bridgette Kendricks provided the Bulls with a defensive presence, collecting four steals
November 16, 2009
Bulls Fall At Hofstra, 77-60
The University at Buffalo womens basketball team had a hard time matching up with a bigger and more physical Hofstra team as the Bulls fell to the Pride, 77-60, Monday night at the Mack Sports Complex. Hofstra had 22 offensive boards and 48 points in the paint on the night. The Bulls even their season record to 1-1.
November 16, 2009
Kourtney Brown Named MAC East Player of the Week
Preseason All-MAC candidate Kourtney Brown was named MAC East Player of the Week on Monday in the first set of awards for the season as the junior had a career-high 33 points and added a school record 22 rebounds in UBs season-opening win at Niagara on Friday night.
November 12, 2009
Bulls Sign Two For 2010-11 Season
Fifth-year head coach Linda Hill-MacDonald has announced the signing of two players to National Letters of Intent as the early signing period began today. Rachel Bantelman (Olean, NY/Olean) and Kristen Sharkey (Manahawkin, NJ/Southern) will each join the Bulls for the 2010-11 season.