Maryland women’s basketball entered Sunday’s game at No. 2 Ohio State without a signature win. While it also left without one, the Terps showed, despite being shorthanded, a strong level of compete.
Operating with a rotation of just seven players, the Terps seemed to grow stronger with each quarter. However, Ohio State’s superior skill and shooting prowess ultimately proved too much for Maryland in a 79-66 defeat.
“Late game, I thought Ohio State just wore us out, and their seniors took over,” said head coach Brenda Frese.
From the onset, both teams applied full-court pressure. However, Ohio State’s defense was much more effective, and it took advantage to the tune of a 21-13 first-quarter advantage.