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Three things we learned: Women’s basketball opening week

“Even in games where buckets are not falling for her, Singer has the ability to be a game-changer, as evidenced by the 13 assists she had in the Lipscomb game where she also had an 0-9 start from the field.”
What you need to know: Dawgs prepare for first road test of season against Central Michigan

“With this being the third game in six days for the Bulldogs, Marchesano emphasized the need for recovery and coming out strong against a different defensive scheme than Butler has seen in their first two games.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs control second half, dispatch Lipscomb

Following a strong season-opening victory, the women’s basketball team was back in action for the second time this week, using a dominant second half to defeat Lipscomb 104-57. The first half was a back-and-forth affair, with 11 lead changes and four points being the largest lead for either team. Senior guard McKayla Miller did it…
What you need to know: Bulldogs and Bisons meet for Thursday clash

“Under head coach Maria Marchesano, the Bulldogs adopted a style of play that emphasizes attacking quickly in transition. Butler recorded 26 assists against the Golden Eagles — the team has not averaged more than 14 assists per game since the 2009-10 season, when it averaged 21 per game.”
Beyond the box score: Bulldogs open season with win against Tennessee Tech

“With a raucous and energetic Kids Day crowd in Hinkle Fieldhouse, the women’s basketball team started its season off on the right foot with a 108-71 win over Tennessee Tech.”
Beyond the Box Score: Dawgs rout Franklin in exhibition opener

“Following an offseason of change, the women’s basketball team took the floor for the first official time in its 2026-27 campaign, demolishing Franklin 114-26.”
Women’s basketball season preview: ‘They play with a lot of joy’

“‘She’s a winner; she changes [and] flips programs around and that’s all I really want going into my last couple years of college basketball.’”
Five bold predictions: Women’s basketball

“The Dawgs have a new coaching staff and several new players to prove that this season could look completely different than last year.”
Portal season: The start of the Marchesano era

While the Bulldogs only had one graduating senior, nine players entered the transfer portal — many of whom just arrived at Hinkle last season.