“After a rough stretch of games dating back to Eastern Illinois where the Dawgs went under 50% from the field and as low as 16.7% from beyond the arc, head coach Austin Parkinson’s squad is having its best shooting games of the season.”
Beyond the box score: Butler comes out on top against Blue Demons
“The Bulldogs answered with stellar scoring of their own, as Jackson went on to reach 20 points and 10 rebounds — her first career double-double.”
What you need to know: Women’s basketball hosts DePaul
“Butler enters the matchup at 8-11 overall and 2-7 in conference play, coming off a loss where the Dawgs showed offensive efficiency but struggled to limit turnovers.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs fall at Villanova
“Butler dominated the glass and out-rebounded Villanova 31-24, and had its best shooting game. However, the team was unable to prevent turnovers, an area it has struggled in all season long.”
What you need to know: Women’s basketball takes on the Wildcats
“With Butler looking to gain traction in conference play and Villanova aiming to protect its home court, this matchup sets up as a challenging road test for the Bulldogs as they seek to carry momentum into the heart of the Big East schedule.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs snap losing streak with win over Providence
“The win meant more to the Bulldogs than just an end to a losing streak. Since the win over Indiana State, the Dawgs have not shot over 50% from the field, and have gone under 40% on three-point attempts.”
What you need to know: Women’s basketball seeks to regroup against Providence
“The Bulldogs have dropped four straight games and sit at 7-10 overall and 1-6 in conference action, but recent performances suggest the group remains competitive on the defensive end.”
Beyond the box score: Women’s basketball falls against No. 1 UConn
“The women’s basketball team faced its stiffest test of the season on Dec. 28 at Hinkle Fieldhouse, falling 94-47 to No. 1 UConn.”
What you need to know: Bulldogs take on Xavier
“After winning its two final non-conference games, the women’s basketball team returns to Big East play with a home match against Xavier.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs down Eastern Illinois
“In its final non-conference game of the season, the women’s basketball team took down Eastern Illinois 74-52.”