PHILADELPHIA — The Drexel women’s basketball team seeks to continue its winning streak Sunday, February 1, against the Northeastern Huskies.
The Dragons (12-7, 5-3 CAA) are looking to build on a recent victory over Monmouth and maintain their dominance in a series with the Huskies dating back to 1992.
- Drexel defeated Monmouth 56-53 on Friday, improving to 12-7 overall and 5-3 in conference play.
- The Dragons and Huskies have met 64 times, with Drexel leading the series 32-20.
- Amaris Baker has been a key performer for Drexel, scoring a game-high 18 points against Monmouth.
Last Time Out
Drexel secured a narrow 56-53 victory over the Monmouth Hawks in West Long Branch, N.J., on Friday, according to Drexel Dragons’ reporting. The Dragons sealed the win with four successful free throws in the final minute of regulation. Monmouth entered the game with one of the CAA’s top home records at 8-1.
Graduate student Amaris Baker led Drexel in scoring with 18 points, shooting 6-for-12 from the field, and added three rebounds and two assists, the university reported.
Junior Laine McGurk contributed 15 points, including three 3-pointers, marking the third time this season she has achieved that feat, Drexel’s athletic website stated. Friday’s win was Drexel’s first in West Long Branch since 2020, prior to Monmouth joining the CAA.
All-Time Series
Sunday’s matchup will be the 65th meeting between Drexel and Northeastern. The series began on January 24, 1992, with Northeastern taking an early 11-1 lead, Drexel’s reporting shows. Since then, Drexel has largely controlled the series, holding a 32-20 record.
The Dragons have won nine of the last 10 games against Northeastern and boast a 19-11 record when playing on the Huskies’ home court. Drexel is currently riding a three-game winning streak against Northeastern.
Recent Matchup
Drexel previously defeated Northeastern 53-47 in Boston, Mass., on Friday afternoon, improving to 10-8 overall and 6-2 in conference play, according to the university. Amaris Baker led the team with 16 points and a team-high eight rebounds and three assists.
Dance Evans added 12 points and five rebounds, while Cara McCormack and Laine McGurk each scored 10 points. It marked the first time this season that four Drexel players scored in double figures, a feat last achieved during the CAA Tournament game against Monmouth on March 15, 2024.
Looking Ahead
Following Sunday’s game, Drexel returns home to the DAC on February 6 to begin a weekend home stand. The Dragons will face the Hampton Pirates on Friday at 6 p.m. and the Monmouth Hawks on Sunday at 1 p.m. Both games will be streamed on FloCollege.
Why It Matters
Drexel’s recent success against both Monmouth and Northeastern demonstrates the team’s growing strength within the CAA. The Dragons’ ability to secure close victories, as evidenced by the Monmouth game, highlights their resilience and composure under pressure. Maintaining a winning record against conference rivals like Northeastern is crucial for Drexel’s positioning as the regular season progresses and the team aims for a strong showing in the upcoming CAA Tournament. The upcoming home stand provides an opportunity for Drexel to build momentum and solidify its place among the conference’s top contenders.
