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2018-19 News

Senior Natasha Roy lead the firebirds with 23 points and 6 assists.
Firebirds showed up and showed out with a victory over Queens college on their senior night season finale!

March 02, 2019

Washington, DC-The University of the District of Columbia women’s basketball team fought their way to a 66-64 Victory over Queens College in their season finale on March 2nd.

Senior guard Mia-Alexis Lloyd led the Firebirds scoring 31 total points over the weekend
Firebirds ECC Championship Bid Takes a Hit

February 25, 2019

WASHINGTON, DC – On Feb. 22nd The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team was led by senior guard Mia-Alexis Lloyd, who scored 13 points in a 70-50 lost to Roberts Wesleyan. Sophomore guard Maya Thomas added 10 points all in the second half.

Senior guard Natasha Roy led the Firebirds with a season-high 27 points, nine of which came on 9-of-11 shooting from the free throw line.
Natasha Roy's 27 Points Leads the Firebirds to Victory Over the Preseason Favorites

February 07, 2019

BROOKVILLE, N.Y. – Facing the Preseason favorites LIU Post for the second time this season, The University of the District of Columbia women’s basketball team defeated the Pioneers 64-62. The Firebirds were excellent in the fourth quarter coming back from an eight point deficit. Senior guard Natasha Roy led the Firebirds with a season-high 27 points, nine of which came on 9-of-11 shooting from the free throw line.

Junior guard Tyra Coombs scored 12 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for her 4th double double of the season.
Tyra Coombs Records Fourth Double-Double of the Season on the Road

February 02, 2019

Dobbs Ferry, NY – The University of the District of Columbia women’s basketball team played well leading in most statistical categories, but fell short at Mercy College 66-62 on Saturday afternoon. The Firebirds outrebounded the Mavericks 44-39, led in assists 13-11 and dominated second chance points 16-2. UDC was led in scoring by senior guard Mia-Alexis Lloyd who scored 15 points. Junior guard Tyra Coombs scored 12 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for her 4th double double of the season. Sophomore guard Maya Thomas added 12 points and 5 rebounds. Sophomore Mia Boyd forward almost recorded her first double-double by scoring nine points and grabbing a season high nine rebounds,

Senior guard Mia-Alexis Lloyd matched her season high of 23 points Wednesday night
Clutch Three Pointer Seals 66-63 Victory for the Firebirds

January 30, 2019

WASHINGTON, DC – Back home for the first time in 14 days, the University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team defeated the University of Bridgeport Purple Knights Wednesday night to improved their home record to 6-3.

Junior guard Tyra Coombs almost earned a double-double. She scored eight points and nine rebounds
Firebirds Defeated on the Road 79-47

January 27, 2019

Amherst, N.Y. – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team was defeated 79-47 on the road vs Daemen College in ECC conference action Sunday afternoon.

Sophomore guard Maya Thomas led all scorers with a career-high 25 points
Firebirds Struggle on the Road Resulting in a 63-56 Defeat.

January 25, 2019

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team lost a tough away game 63-56 to Roberts Wesleyan in ECC conference action Friday afternoon.

Senior guard Natasha Roy led the Firebirds with 16 points and was a perfect 7-of-7 from the free throw line.
Free Throws Help Firebirds Secure a 71-62 Victory on the Road

January 19, 2019

Flushing, NY – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team held off Queens College to earn a 71-62 victory at Fitzgerald Gymnasium Saturday afternoon.

Tyra Coombs led the Firebirds with her second straight double-double, she scored a season high 22points and 13 rebounds
Rebounding and Defense Key to Firebirds 75-70 Win Over Rivals

January 16, 2019

WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team fought to an 75-70 East Coast Conference victory vs. Molloy College Wednesday afternoon at UDC Gym.

Sophomore guard Maya Thomas led the Firebirds in scoring with a career best 20 points and five rebounds
Early Fouls Hurt Firebirds in a 79-57 Lost

January 12, 2019

WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team lost a tough game 79-57 to NYIT in ECC conference action Saturday afternoon at the UDC Gym.

Natasha Roy led UDC behind 24 points and a career best 7 three pointers
Hot Shooting Leads UDC to a 89-82 Victory

January 09, 2019

WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team earned an 89-82 East Coast Conference victory vs. LIU Post Wednesday afternoon at UDC Gym.

Senior Guard Natasha Roy led all scorers with 22 points and tied a career high of five three pointers
Firebirds Come Up Short Fall 74-68

January 05, 2019

WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team lost a hard fought game 74-68 to Adelphi University in non-conference action Saturday afternoon at the UDC Gym.

Senior Center Patricia Albert was close to a Double Double with 11 rebounds and 7 points.
UDC Suffers First Lost of the New Year Loses 76-50

January 02, 2019

Sparkhill, NY – The University of the District of Columbia women's basketball team was defeated, 76-50 by St. Thomas Aquinas, in East Coast Conference play Wednesday Night in Sparkhill, NY.

Natasha Roy led the Firebirds with 19 points.
Late Push Sends Firebirds to 71-64 Victory vs. Virginia State

December 30, 2018

WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia women’s basketball team earned a 71-64 victory vs. Virginia State University in non-regional action Sunday afternoon at UDC Gym.

Tyra Coombs had her 2nd career double-double of 10 points and 15 rebounds.
Firebirds Lose Competitive Non-Conference Game at St. Rose, 61-54

December 19, 2018

ALBANY, NY – The University of the District of Columbia women’s basketball team was defeated, 61-54 by The College of Saint Rose, in regional non-conference play Wednesday afternoon at Daniel P. Nolan Gymnasium.

Maya Thomas scored in double-figures for the 2nd time this season.
UDC Women’s Basketball Defeated by Bowie State in Crosstown Rivalry Game

December 10, 2018

WASHINGTON, DC – The University of the District of Columbia women’s basketball team was defeated by Division II crosstown rival Bowie State, 71-46 on Monday night at UDC Gym.