Gardner-Webb Women’s Basketball Takes on UNC Asheville in Big South Tournament Opening Clash
The Gardner-Webb women's basketball team is set to kick off the Big South Conference Tournament against UNC Asheville, with the game scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Qubein Center in High Point, North Carolina.
The Big PictureGardner-Webb aims to secure a victory in the postseason opener and advance to face High Point University in the quarterfinals after two previous Big South Tournament wins in 2011 and 2023.
By the Numbers- Gardner-Webb has a 6-23 record, while UNC Asheville holds a 10-19 record.
- Ashley Hawkins leads Gardner-Webb, ranking in the top five in six statistical categories with notable achievements such as Big South's Newcomer of the Year and Scholar-Athlete of the Year.
- The upcoming game marks the 44th meeting between Gardner-Webb and UNC Asheville, with Gardner-Webb leading the all-time series 28-15.
- Gardner-Webb won the most recent matchup against UNC Asheville, 80-65, on Feb. 24.
- UNC Asheville secured their first win over Gardner-Webb since 2019 earlier this season with a 72-58 victory on Jan. 31.
The outcome of the game will determine Gardner-Webb's advancement to the quarterfinals to face High Point University in the Big South Conference Tournament.
Bottom LineGardner-Webb women's basketball faces UNC Asheville in the Big South Tournament opener with aspirations to replicate past tournament successes and elevate their performance led by standout player Ashley Hawkins.
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