2018-19 News
Firebirds brought the heat to the lion’s den but fell short in the ECC playoffs 61-60.
March 06, 2019
Rockville Centre, NY- The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team brought the heat in what turned out to be a very intense match up game against Molloy College, Wednesday night.
Firebirds took flight on senior night to secure a spot in the ECC Playoffs!
March 02, 2019
Washington, D.C. (March 2. 2019) – Lead by senior Danny Shand with a team high 27 points and a perfect 14-14 at the free throw line, the UDC Firebirds was able to soar past the Queens college Knights to secure the number 6 slot in the East Coast Conference playoffs
Firebirds Split Weekend Games to Stay in The ECC Tournament Race
February 25, 2019
WASHINGTON, DC - On Feb. 22nd The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team defeated East Coast Conference rival and pre-season favorite Roberts Wesleyan Friday night at UDC Gym.
Kevin Cox Surpasses 1,000 Points as the Firebirds Win on the Road
February 07, 2019
BROOKVILLE, N.Y. – Senior guard Kevin Cox surpassed 1,000 points for his career as he scored 17 points in the University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team’s 102-70 victory at LIU Post. Four Firebirds finished in double figures. Freshman guard Juanye Colon led the Firebirds with 23 points on 7-12 shooting from the three point line, five rebounds, four steals, and three assists. Junior guard Zachary Olukanni extended his double figures scoring streak to six games by scoring 18 points on 7-14 shooting.
Smart Play and Efficient Shooting Leads Firebirds to Road Victory
February 02, 2019
Dobbs Ferry, NY – The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team fought back from a nine point halftime deficit to defeat Mercy College 84-74 Saturday afternoon. Four Firebirds finished in double figures with three players finishing with 18 points in scoring. Junior guard Zachary Olukanni led the way for the Firebirds scoring 18 points on 8-of-12 shooting, eight rebounds, and two steals. Senior guard Kevin Cox led the Firebirds in the first half scoring 10 of his 18 points off a series of dunks, acrobatic layups, and three pointers. Senior guard Danny Shand and freshman guard Juanye Colon were spark plugs off the bench in the second half. Danny Shand scored all 12 of his points in the second half as well as defensively grabbing two steals. Juanye Colon scored 15 of his 18 points on 5-of-7 shooting from behind the three point line. ECC assists leader senior guard Quadire Truesdale facilitated the offense by dishing out eight assists and scoring eight points.The Mavericks were led by Bryan Griffin, who finished the game with a double-double of 30 points and 13 rebounds. Amir Atkins led the Mavericks bench with 17 points. Despite being out rebounded, the Firebirds won the game behind efficient shooting and defense. UDC shoot the ball 45 percent from the field and 46 percent from behind the three point line. Neither team got to the free throw line much, but the Firebirds were the better team making 83 percent of their free throws while the Mavericks only made 63 percent of their free throws. A 21-10 points off turnovers difference made the Difference for the Firebirds en route to their 10 point victory over the Mavericks. The Firebirds will stay on the road and travel Brookville, NY to take on LIU Post Thursday, February 7th. Tip-off is at 7 p.m.
Strong Balanced Attack Propels Firebirds Over ECC Preseason Favorites 91-81
January 30, 2019
WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team defeated the East Coast Conference preseason favorites University of Bridgeport with defense and strong long range shooting Wednesday night at UDC Gym.
Offensive Struggles Lead to 87-59 Defeat
January 27, 2019
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Firebirds were defeated 87-59 by Roberts Wesleyan Saturday afternoon.
Firebirds Fall on the Road 95-65
January 27, 2019
Amherst, N.Y. – Firebirds defeated 95-65 by Daemen.
Offensive Struggles Lead to 87-59 Defeat
January 25, 2019
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Firebirds were defeated 87-59 by Roberts Wesleyan Friday afternoon.
Firebirds Fall 80-79 After Last Second Foul Results in Free Throws
January 19, 2019
Flushing, NY – The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team were narrowly defeated 80-79 by Queens College Saturday afternoon.
Firebirds Comeback Bid Cut Short 65-63 By Buzzer Beater
January 16, 2019
WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team fought back, but Molloy College, prevails 65-63 in ECC conference play Wednesday night at UDC Gym.
Strong Team Shooting Powers Firebirds to 98-74 Win
January 12, 2019
WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team earned a 98-74 win vs. NYIT in ECC conference play Saturday afternoon at UDC Gym.
Second Half Woes Slow Firebirds UDC falls 95-69
January 02, 2019
Sparkill, NY – The University of the District of Columbia men's basketball team were defeated, 95-69 by the nationally-ranked Spartans (#18 NABC, #16 D2SIDA), St. Thomas Aquinas College in East Coast Conference play Wednesday afternoon in Sparkill, NY.
Late Dominican Charge Dooms District of Columbia
December 29, 2018
WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team was defeated in overtime, 87-84 by Dominican College in East Region non-conference play Saturday afternoon at UDC Gym.
Firebirds Tame Tigers for 73-67 Comeback Win
December 16, 2018
WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team earned a 73-67 come-from-behind win vs. Holy Family University in East Region non-conference play Sunday afternoon at UDC Gym.
Firebirds Battle to 84-80 Victory vs. Rival Bowie State
December 10, 2018
WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia men’s basketball team earned an 84-80 victory vs. Division II local rival Bowie State Monday night in the nation’s capital.