CONWAY, ARK. - After dropping a match against North Alabama last time out, the Royals look to steal one on the road against second-place Central Arkansas. Queens enters the contest with a 7-13 overall record and a 1-8 mark in ASUN play, while the Sugar Bears sit at 14-6 overall and 8-1 in the conference. Despite their struggles, the Royals have been competitive in several close games and will look to pull off an upset against one of the league's top teams.

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Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Farris Center (Conway, Ark.)
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THE MATCHUPS
- This marks the second meeting of the season between the Royals and the Sugar Bears. In their previous matchup at Curry Arena, Queens battled hard but came up short, falling 66-57.
- Last time out against the Sugar Bears, Tiziana Huici played a key role for Queens, scoring a season-high 16 points on 8-of-11 shooting from the charity stripe and grabbing four rebounds.
- Kemia Ward also made her presence felt off the bench, with six points, eight rebounds, and a game-high four blocks. Ward matched a career-high in blocks and set a new personal best in steals with four.

SCOUTING THE ROYALS (7-13 overall, 1-8 ASUN)

• The Queens University of Charlotte women's basketball team has struggled this season, posting a 7-13 overall record and a 1-8 mark in conference play. Despite their challenges, the Royals have been competitive in several close games.
• The Royals have performed better on the road (4-6 away) than at home (3-7)
• While Queens hold a slight edge in rebounding (38.4 RPG vs. 37.0 OPP RPG), they have allowed opponents to shoot 43.3% from the field, a key factor in their losses.
• Queens offense is powered by Jordyn Weaver (13.7 PPG, 7.8 RPG), their most consistent scoring and rebounding threat. Ana Barreto (9.1 PPG, 3.2 APG) provides a perimeter presence with a 32.0% three-point shooting rate, while Aylesha Wade (9.0 PPG, 3.4 RPG, 3.1 APG) adds versatility.
• In the paint, Kemia Ward (6.5 PPG, 5.6 RPG, 34 blocks) has been an important defensive anchor, while Dayuna Colvin (7.8 PPG, 2.5 RPG) has contributed as a secondary scoring option. Jermany Mapp and Kaitlyn Adams also play key roles off the bench, adding depth to the rotation.
• Defensively, Queens forces 8.5 steals per game, showing their ability to disrupt opponents, but they also average 17.9 turnovers per game.
• In conference play, Queens has had a tough stretch but picked up a signature win over North Florida (84-81).

SCOUTING THE BEARS (14-6 overall, 8-1 ASUN)

•  The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) women's basketball team enters the matchup with an impressive 14-6 overall record and an 8-1 mark in conference play. They have been dominant at home, boasting an undefeated 8-0 record, while holding their own on the road at 6-4.
• UCA plays with a strong defensive presence, allowing just 61.4 points per game, while scoring 69.4 per contest, giving them a solid +8.0 scoring margin. They also control the boards well, outrebounding opponents by nearly five per game (39.4 to 34.6).
• The Bears' offense is led by Jade Upshaw (16.1 PPG, 4.8 RPG), a high-volume shooter who connects on 36.6% from three-point range.
• Leah Mafua (11.9 PPG, 4.0 RPG) provides additional scoring, particularly from beyond the arc, where she shoots an efficient 41.6% from deep.
• In the paint, Elizabeth Abiara (6.7 PPG, 7.3 RPG) is a strong presence, shooting an outstanding 59.3% from the field, while Bree Stephens (4.5 PPG, 6.3 RPG) contributes with rebounding and shot-blocking (56 blocks).
• Defensively, UCA is tough inside, averaging 5.1 blocks per game and holding opponents to just 37.5% shooting from the field. Their perimeter defense is solid, but teams have been able to match their three-point shooting percentage (34.0%).
• While they force 7.2 steals per game, turnovers have been an issue, as they average 15.2 per contest, slightly more than their opponents (14.1).

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