COLLEGE PARK — The Maryland women's basketball team gathered at half court of the Xfinity Center shortly before tip-off of Sunday's season opener against UMass-Lowell. The returning players from last season cupped their hands and accepted Big Ten championship rings from last season, then watched as a banner was unveiled in the rafters to fully commemorate the feat.
Maryland's freshman class, considered one of the best classes in the country, didn't receive rings but still cheered for their older teammates during the short ceremony. The rookies are hoping to not just help the Terrapins' veteran core bring home a third straight Big Ten championship this season — but also potentially so much more.