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Eagles Seek Bounce Back Win on Sunday
November 11, 2023 | Women's Basketball
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About the Eagles
Last Time Out
Boston College suffered a 66-59 setback to Harvard on Thursday. The Crimson finished the game on a 12-2 run over the final 4:15 of the contest to pull out the win. The Eagles had a chance to tie with 28 seconds left but the 3-point attempt fell short. Dontavia Waggoner scored a team-high 17 points with six boards and three steals. Teya Sidberry tied a personal best with 16 points, while it was her highest outing through the first two games with BC.Â
A Win Would
- Give BC a 2-1 mark overall.Â
- Improve the Eagles' record to 19-13 against Northeastern.Â
- Give BC a 10th straight win against the Huskies.Â
Eagles Ink Three for 2024 Signing Class
BC recently signed three new Eagles for next season, signing Tatum Greene, Athena Tomlinson and Deborah Mukeba.Â
Coach Mac on the 2024 Signing Class
"I am excited about the talent and potential of this incoming class. Each of these student-athletes possess a unique set of skills and passion for the game that aligns perfectly with our team's vision and goals. On the court, they each bring something different to add depth, quickness, size, and versatility to our team. Their work ethic both on the court and in the classroom will allow them to excel as great members of the Boston College Community."
Tatum Greene | 6'3 | Guard | Baltimore, Md. | Saint John's College High School
A four-star recruit according to ESPN.com ... averaged 12.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game last season, helping her squad capture the WCAC championship ... contributed to a MPSSAA State runner-up finish in 2022-23 ... was named to the 2021-22 Baltimore Sun All-First Team and WCAC All-Second Team after averaging 10.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists per game ... played her travel ball with Philadelphia Rise EYBL (PA) and Team Durant EYBL(MD) born on Dec. 22, 2005 ... is the daughter of Timothy and Chanel Wright-Greene ... has three siblings ... her mom played basketball at North Carolina and for the Minnesota Lynx.
Coach Mac on Tatum Greene:
"We are excited to have Tatum donning a BC Jersey. She is a dynamic three-level scoring forward who possesses the ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor. At 6'3, Her versatility on offense and her tenacity on the boards will add a new dimension to our team. What's equally impressive is her dedication to improving her game which was instilled in her by her mom, Chanel, who was a standout player in the ACC. Tatum gained valuable experience playing for Team Durant AAU organization and St. John's High School. She is a competitor who is used to winning. I am eager to see her grow as a player and expect her to be an early contributor to our program."Â
Déborah Mukeba Kasanda | 6'5 | Center | Fleurus, Belgium | Winston-Salem Christian SchoolÂ
Played for the Cep Fleurus Club from 2012-18 in Fleurus, while playing for the Spirou Club from 2019-21 ...turned in 8.0 points, 10.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks with her club teams ... played for the U16, U17 and U18 Belgium National Team ... averaged 3.9 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.1 assists at the U18 European Championships last July, highlighted by seven-point, 19-rebound performance against the Czech Republic ... she also grabbed 13 boards against Lithuania ... born on Jan. 27, 2006 ... is the daughter of David Mukeba Kasanda and Yvonne Ekofo Lokoku ... comes from a rich basketball family with her five siblings all playing in Belgium, while her brother plays basketball at UMKC.Â
Coach Mac on Deborah Mokeba:Â
"We are excited to welcome Deborah to our basketball family. She possesses size and strength, which will provide the post presence that we need. Deborah has great timing on her blocks, and is a rim protector who will aggressively pursue the boards. She's gained valuable experience playing for NBA legend Delaney Rudd at Winston-Salem Christian, the Belgium National Team, and the NBA Europe basketball without borders camp. I anticipate her to be an immediate presence on the court and develop into a dominant center for us."
Athena Tomlinson | 5'5 | Guard | Fresno, Calif. | Clovis WestÂ
A four-star recruit and ranked 65th in the ESPN.com HoopGurlz recruiting rankings ... averaging 16 points, 4.0 steals and 4.0 assists per game for her career ... was named the Tri-River Athletic Conference Most Valuable Player and Fresno Bee MVP ... is a two-time All-State Second Team selection and All-State Third Team honoree ... born on December 30, 2005 ... is the daughter of Imamu and Tasha Tomlinson ... her brother plays basketball at Graceland University.Â
Coach Mac on Athena Tomlinson:
"We are thrilled to have Athena join our basketball family on The Heights. Her exceptional point guard skills, court vision, and basketball IQ are complimented by her speed and quickness. Her work ethic and dedication to the game are exemplary. Athena can control the tempo of the game and create scoring opportunities for her teammates. Playing for JBS AAU Organization and Clovis West High School has allowed her to compete and excel at the national level. I do not doubt that she will be a great floor general and leader both on and off the court."
8 - The Eagles are eighth in the country averaging 8.5 turnovers through the first two games of the season.Â
8 - Dontavia Waggoner has eight steals through the first two games of the season, which is 13th in the nation. She has multiple steals in 21 of the last 26 games dating back to last season.
10- Waggoner is also one of 10 players in the country averaging at least 15 points, five rebounds and four steals per game.Â
20 - BC is 41-9 dating back to 2018-19 when attempting at least 20 free throws.Â
34 - BC is 34th in the nation averaging 18 offensive rebounds per game.Â
What to Watch for
- The Eagles recorded 20 offensive rebounds but scored just 14 second-chance points in Thursday's setback to Harvard. Watch if BC can capitalize on second-chance opposite opportunities against a Northeastern team that is allowing 14 offensive rebounds through the first two games.
- See if Teya Sidberry can continue her solid play. The sophomore transfer tied her career best with 16 points on 7-of-12 shooting, six boards, and three steals against Harvard.
- Watch if the Eagles can force Northeastern into mistakes. BC is forcing 19.5 turnovers and 18 points off turnovers in the first two contests.
- See if the Eagles can turn around their slow start on the offensive end. Northeastern has allowed 8.5 3-pointers through its first two games of the season.
- Waggoner is averaging 17.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.0 steals per game. See if the senior guard can continue her play on Sunday. She scored a then-career-high 18 points against the Huskies last season.
Scouting Northeastern (2-0, 0-0)
- Northeastern is off to a 2-0 start with wins over Stonehill (73-61) and most recently a 78-74 victory over UMass on Thursday evening at home.
- Asha Parker scored a career-high 18 points against the Minutewomen, while Gemima Motema scored 16.
- Motema leads the team in scoring at a cli of 19.0 points per game, leading four Huskies who are averaging double figures.
- Deja Bristol is averaging a double-double of 11.5 points and 10.0 rebounds per game, while Derin Erdogan's 6.5 assists per game is a team best.
- Northeastern is averaging 22.5 free throw attempts through the first two contests.
- The Huskies have shot 50 percent from the field and held their first two opponents to 36.4 percent shooting.Â
Series History
BC is 18-13 all-time against Northeastern, winning the last nine matchups. The Eagles are 14-6 all-time inside Conte Forum against today's opponent. The Eagles edged the Huskies last season on the road, 64-59. Dontavia Waggoner netted what was a career high of 18 points in the victory.Â
What's Next
The Eagles will be on the road during the rest of November, starting their road swing on Thursday against Ohio State at 7 p.m. in Columbus.Â
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