
In a commanding performance on January 26, 2025, the Moose cruised to a decisive victory over the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Panthers, finishing the game with a score of 65-32. This win improved UMA's impressive record to 18-2 overall and 10-1 in conference play.
The game was marked by UMA's strong defense and effective scoring, as they dominated each quarter. They opened up a solid lead with 18 points in both the first and second quarters, while limiting Albany to just 7 and 15 points, respectively. The second half saw the Moose maintain their momentum, scoring 16 in the third quarter and 13 in the final period, while Albany struggled to find their rhythm, managing only 4 points in the third and 6 in the fourth.
Sage Fortin led the charge for the Moose with an impressive 20 points, shooting 6-for-16 from the field and hitting 4 three-pointers. Alisyn Alley contributed significantly as well, adding 15 points and demonstrating an all-around game with 4 rebounds and 7 assists. Lillian Cox also shone, going a perfect 4-for-4 from the field and finishing with 8 points and 8 rebounds.
Albany's offense struggled throughout the game, with Samantha Howland being the standout performer, scoring 15 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. However, the rest of the team found it difficult to convert opportunities, with the squad managing only 23.1% shooting from the field and 22.2% from beyond the arc.
The disparity in shooting percentages was evident, as UMA shot 41% from the field and an impressive 28% from three-point range. Albany's inability to score consistently hindered their chances, and despite their efforts, they were unable to keep pace with the dominant UMA Moose team.
Overall, this game showcased UMA's strength as they continue to assert themselves as a formidable force in the YSCC.