The Bowling Green Falcons women's basketball team is set to face off against the Marquette Golden Eagles on Friday, November 14, at 7:30 p.m. ET in Milwaukee. This marks the Falcons' second game in Wisconsin within three days, following a recent matchup against Wisconsin. Head coach Fred Chmiel's team aims to improve their record after a tough loss to Wisconsin, despite standout performances from sophomore Johnea Donahue.

By the Numbers
  • Johnea Donahue scored 24 points, tied for game-high in rebounds (6), and led in assists (6) in the last game.
  • The Falcons shot 90.9% from the free-throw line, making 20 of 22 attempts against Wisconsin.
State of Play
  • BGSU has opened the season with a record of 1-2 and is enduring a challenging start with six consecutive away games.
  • Marquette currently holds a record of 2-1 with their most recent loss to Minnesota.
What's Next

After facing Marquette, the Falcons will prepare for the Great Alaska Shootout, starting with a game against UC Irvine on November 21. They will also compete in additional matchups as part of the tournament. The team's regular season home opener is scheduled for November 30 against Purdue Fort Wayne.

Bottom Line

The Falcons will need to build on recent performances and utilize standout players like Johnea Donahue to gain momentum, especially as they approach a series of critical away games. This matchup against Marquette could set the tone for the remainder of their early-season challenges.