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Women’s Basketball Falls Short at Auburn, 69-62
12/8/2024 5:34:00 PM | Women's Basketball
AUBURN, Ala. – UAB women's basketball (5-3) fell to Auburn (7-3) by a score of 69-62 on Sunday afternoon.
Sara Bershers led the Blazers with 15 points and added nine rebounds. Maddie Walsh recorded 13 points against the Tigers. UAB shot 41 percent, while Auburn shot 44 percent on the afternoon.
The Tigers started the game scoring six straight points and would lead 14-4 with 5:38 left. The Blazers went on a 10-2 run and cut in on the Tigers lead to close out the first frame only down by two (16-14).
UAB continued its scoring run into the second quarter with a 11-2 run (21-4 run from the first frame). The Blazers had a seven-point lead at 25-18 with 5:11 on the clock. UAB shot 64 percent in the second and scored 21 points to have 35-31 lead going into halftime.
Auburn came out of the half on an 8-0 run to take back the lead 39-35, but Bershers ending the Tigers run with a 3-pointer (39-38) and began a 10-0 run for UAB. Molly Moffit gave the Blazers back the lead at 40-39 with a layup. At the third quarter media timeout, the Blazers led 47-41 with 3:39 left to play. After the timeout, Auburn scored nine points while UAB scored three to make the score 50-50 heading into the final quarter.
The Green and Gold grabbed the lead to get the scoring started in the fourth, but Auburn would tie things up once again. Jade Weathersby made a layup to give UAB the lead once more, but the Tigers answered back with a jumper. The score would tied one last time after a made free throw from Weathersby (56-56). Auburn went on a 7-0 to extend its lead 63-56. The Blazers would get within three (65-62) with 1:19 left, but the Tigers would make a layup and be fouled twice to earn a 69-62 win.
UP NEXT
UAB returns home to host Alcorn State on Sunday, December 15. Tipoff is set for 1 p.m. and will air live on ESPN+.
2024-25 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL SEASON TICKETS
Season tickets for the 2024-25 UAB women's basketball season are available for $50 for general admission tickets. Reserved courtside seating is also available for $115. For more information 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 any of 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, and fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available at any home basketball game on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to officially compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2024 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes compete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB women's basketball team, be sure to follow @UAB_WBBALL on Twitter and Instagram.
Sara Bershers led the Blazers with 15 points and added nine rebounds. Maddie Walsh recorded 13 points against the Tigers. UAB shot 41 percent, while Auburn shot 44 percent on the afternoon.
The Tigers started the game scoring six straight points and would lead 14-4 with 5:38 left. The Blazers went on a 10-2 run and cut in on the Tigers lead to close out the first frame only down by two (16-14).
UAB continued its scoring run into the second quarter with a 11-2 run (21-4 run from the first frame). The Blazers had a seven-point lead at 25-18 with 5:11 on the clock. UAB shot 64 percent in the second and scored 21 points to have 35-31 lead going into halftime.
Auburn came out of the half on an 8-0 run to take back the lead 39-35, but Bershers ending the Tigers run with a 3-pointer (39-38) and began a 10-0 run for UAB. Molly Moffit gave the Blazers back the lead at 40-39 with a layup. At the third quarter media timeout, the Blazers led 47-41 with 3:39 left to play. After the timeout, Auburn scored nine points while UAB scored three to make the score 50-50 heading into the final quarter.
The Green and Gold grabbed the lead to get the scoring started in the fourth, but Auburn would tie things up once again. Jade Weathersby made a layup to give UAB the lead once more, but the Tigers answered back with a jumper. The score would tied one last time after a made free throw from Weathersby (56-56). Auburn went on a 7-0 to extend its lead 63-56. The Blazers would get within three (65-62) with 1:19 left, but the Tigers would make a layup and be fouled twice to earn a 69-62 win.
UP NEXT
UAB returns home to host Alcorn State on Sunday, December 15. Tipoff is set for 1 p.m. and will air live on ESPN+.
2024-25 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL SEASON TICKETS
Season tickets for the 2024-25 UAB women's basketball season are available for $50 for general admission tickets. Reserved courtside seating is also available for $115. For more information 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 any of 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, and fan experiences at Bartow Arena are available at any home basketball game on a first come, first served basis throughout the season.
POWER UP
UAB Athletics is excited to officially compete in the American Athletic Conference and needs Blazer Nation to Power Up by becoming a 2024 Blazer Boosters member. Join Blazer Boosters today as UAB student-athletes compete for championships, graduate with honors, and make a difference in our community.
FOLLOW THE BLAZERS
For more information on the UAB women's basketball team, be sure to follow @UAB_WBBALL on Twitter and Instagram.
Team Stats
UAB
AU
FG%
.417
.444
3FG%
.296
.143
FT%
1.000
.579
RB
39
31
TO
21
11
STL
4
8
Game Leaders
Scoring
Pts
15
FGM
6
3FGM
3
FTM
0
Pts
13
FGM
5
3FGM
3
FTM
0
Pts
8
FGM
4
3FGM
0
FTM
0
Pts
7
FGM
3
3FGM
1
FTM
0
Players Mentioned
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