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Sophomore guard Audrey Ericksen (21) dribbles the ball away from an opposing player in a game against Loyola Maryland Feb. 1. The Boston University women’s basketball team fell 44-62 to Lehigh University in the PL Quarterfinals Monday. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball sees postseason run end in defensive defeat at Lehigh

Jose Rodriguez March 13, 2025
The eighth-seeded Boston University women’s basketball team bowed out in the second round of the Patriot League Tournament to top-seeded Lehigh University in a 62-44 loss Monday night.
Sophomore forward Sisi Bentley (94) tries to block a pass during a game against Loyola Maryland Feb. 1. The Boston University Terriers won against Loyola Saturday in a 75-51 victory. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball uses home court advantage to advance to Patriot League Quarterfinals

Kailyn Smith March 9, 2025
In the last home game for the Boston University women’s basketball team this season, "The Roof" was practically on fire. BU and Loyola Maryland both struggled in-conference during the regular season, but the Terriers were unphased as the first round of the Patriot League championship tournament unfolded.
Senior guard Alex Giannaros (10) shoots the ball during an away game against University of Connecticut on Nov. 7. Giannaros has cemented her place among the pantheon of Boston University women’s basketball greats, entering the top 10 career points-scorers in the program. COURTESY OF CLARUS MULTIMEDIA GROUP

For Alex Giannaros, the record books aren’t enough — she still wants a championship

Ryan Abazari February 28, 2025
Senior guard Alex Giannaros has cemented her place among the pantheon of Boston University women’s basketball greats, becoming a top-10 career points-scorer in the program.
Sophomore guard Inés Monteagudo Pardo (14) looks to pass the ball during a game on Feb. 1. The Boston University women’s basketball team honored its graduating seniors before a game against American University Saturday. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball lands 10-point Senior Day victory as postseason nears

Jose Rodriguez February 23, 2025
Junior forward Anete Adler and senior guard Alex Giannaros combined for 42 points, shooting 16-for-24 from the field, to lead the Terriers to an 82-72 Senior Day victory over American University on Saturday afternoon.
Sophomore guard Bella McLaughlin (12) dribbles the ball during a home game against Loyola on Feb. 1. Boston University’s women’s basketball team won 55-38 against Loyola on Wednesday, ending a four-game losing streak. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball has dominant defensive performance against Loyola Maryland in much-needed win

Kailyn Smith February 20, 2025
The Boston University women’s basketball team ended a four-game losing streak with a win over Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore Wednesday night.
Sophomore guard Audrey Ericksen (21) dribbles the ball during a game against Loyola Maryland on Feb. 1. The Boston University women’s basketball team lost to Holy Cross at the Hart Center Arena on Saturday. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball falls to Holy Cross as time for turnaround dwindles

Kailyn Smith February 9, 2025
The Boston University women’s basketball team lost to local rivals Holy Cross 60-47, falling to ninth in the Patriot League with a 2-9 conference record.
Senior guard Alex Giannaros (10) dribbles the ball during the game on Saturday. The Boston University women’s basketball team fell to Loyola University Maryland 72-68. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Terriers’ 22-point fourth quarter not enough to complete comeback against Loyola Maryland

Jose Rodriguez February 2, 2025
Guard Laura Salmeron scored 28 points to lead Loyola University Maryland to a narrow 72-68 victory over Boston University on Saturday evening at Case Gym.
The Case Gymnasium. The Campus Planning and Operation Team recently unveiled improvements for men’s and women’s basketball spaces. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Varsity basketball programs enjoy renovated facilities as 2024-25 season continues

Ava Malamut January 30, 2025
Some Boston University Athletics facilities are looking a little different this spring. Thanks to efforts from the Campus Planning & Operations team, much of the BU campus has been given, or is actively receiving, a makeover. Some of the most notable completed changes are the improvements that were recently unveiled for men’s and women’s basketball spaces.
Sophomore guard Audrey Ericksen (21) and freshman forward Allison Schwertner (42) defend a Northeastern player during a game on Nov. 4. The Boston University’s women’s basketball team defeated Holy Cross 52-49 on Monday. CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Anete Adler’s career performance ends women’s basketball losing streak

Jose Rodriguez January 28, 2025
Junior forward Anete Adler scored a career-high 19 points, going 9-12 from the field to propel Boston University women’s basketball to a 52-49 home win over Holy Cross on Saturday afternoon. 
Sophomore guard Bella McLaughlin (12) attempts a layup during the game on Nov. 4. The Boston University women’s basketball team fell 74-64 to Navy at the Case Gymnasium on Wednesday. CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Women’s basketball drops fourth game in a row with 10-point loss to Navy on Boston Public Schools Day

Jose Rodriguez January 23, 2025
The Boston University women’s basketball team fell 74-64 to Navy off the back of a combined 41 points from Midshipmen guards Zanai Barnett-Gay and Julianna Almeida on Wednesday at Case Gymnasium. The Midshipmen (14-4, 6-1 Patriot League) continue to be on strong form, while the Terriers (7-11, 1-6 PL) extended their losing streak to four.
A Northeastern player pushes past senior guard Alex Giannaros (10) during a game on Nov. 4. Army West Point won 59-52 over Boston University at Case Gymnasium on Saturday afternoon. 
CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Terriers drop fourth-quarter lead against Black Knights, fall to 1-5 in Patriot League

Jose Rodriguez January 21, 2025
Army West Point guards Trinity Hardy and Camryn Tade combined for 39 points to give Army West Point a 59-52 victory over Boston University in a Patriot League showdown at Case Gymnasium on Saturday afternoon.
Freshman forward Inez Gallegos (33) battles a Northeastern player for the ball during the women’s basketball game on Nov. 4. The Boston University women’s basketball team beat Rider University on Sunday. CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Ericksen 20-point performance hands Broncs 64-59 loss

Jose Rodriguez December 2, 2024
Sophomore guard Audrey Ericksen went 6-for-6 behind the arc to give the Boston University women’s basketball team a 64-59 victory over Rider University on Sunday afternoon at Case Gym.
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