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Elon Women’s Basketball Faces CAA Tests at UNCW and Charleston
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The Elon University women’s basketball team (6-9, 1-2 CAA) resumes conference play this weekend wiht a challenging road trip, facing the UNCW Seahawks on friday and the Charleston Cougars on Sunday. The Phoenix will look to build momentum as they navigate a competitive Colonial Athletic Association landscape.
Upcoming Schedule & Key Matchups
Elon will first travel to Wilmington,North Carolina,to take on UNCW at Trask Coliseum on Friday,followed by a Sunday afternoon matchup against Charleston at TD Arena in Charleston,South Carolina,with a 1 p.m. ET tip-off. The Charleston game will be broadcast on WRAL-TV and FloCollege, with live audio available on WSOE 89.3 and live stats on Statbroadcast.
Series History Favors Elon, But Recent Results Vary
Historically, Elon holds the advantage in both series. The Phoenix lead UNCW 17-9, having won six of thier last eight meetings, including a 70-56 victory on February 14, 2025. However,Elon has struggled against Charleston recently,dropping the last three contests,most recently falling 91-51 on February 28,2025.
Scouting the Opponents
UNCW (5-10, 1-2 CAA) is led by a balanced scoring attack, with multiple players averaging double figures.The seahawks are known for their aggressive defense, forcing nearly 18 turnovers per game.
Charleston (12-3, 3-0 CAA) is currently the team to beat in the CAA, dominating the boards, averaging a league-leading 11.7 rebounds per game. Charleston leads the CAA in multiple offensive categories, including points per game (78.3), field goal percentage (42.2%), rebounds per game (43.8),and steals per game (10.67).
Phoenix Focused on Rebounding and Defensive Intensity
Despite a recent 62-52 loss to Campbell, elon continues to demonstrate strengths in key areas. A senior official stated that the team is focused on building on those strengths. LaNae’ Corbett led the Phoenix with 17 points against Campbell, marking her fifth consecutive game in double figures, while Ashanti Fox added 14 points and a career-high four steals. Elon controlled the offensive glass, securing a 13-7 advantage in offensive rebounds and outscoring Campbell 32-22 in the paint.
Key Players Driving Elon’s Success
LaNae’ Corbett, a transfer from Hofstra, has quickly become a pivotal player for Elon, tying for sixth in the CAA with 12.7 points per game. She boasts a team-best shooting percentage of 51.6%, ranking third in the league, and leads the team in scoring on 10 occasions.Corbett also contributes defensively, averaging 1.7 steals per game and a team-high eight blocks this season.
Ashlee Shaw has emerged as a key contributor after a slow start, posting three double-figure scoring performances and earning a starting role in the last seven games.She is currently tied for the league lead in free-throw percentage, shooting 14-for-14 in conference play.
elon’s depth and defensive pressure have been statistically impactful. The Phoenix average 28.1 points per game off the bench, ranking first in the CAA and 23rd nationally, with Ashanti Fox leading the reserves at 7.8 points per game. The team forces 20.93 turnovers per game, leading the CAA and ranking 42nd nationally, and averages 9.6 steals per game,second in the conference and 108th nationally.
Maraja Pass provides a steady presence, leading the team in assists and ranking second in steals. She averages 2.9 assists per game, with a 2.0 assist-to-turnover ratio, tied for third in the league, and contributes 1.2 steals per game.
Looking Ahead
Following the road trip, the Phoenix will return home to host Triad rival North Carolina A&T next Friday at 7 p.m. ET in the Schar Center. Fans can support Elon Athletics through the Phoenix Club and purchase tickets for the 2025-26 season at TicketMaster.com/ElonTickets. For further updates
