It is rare for Big Ten women’s basketball program to visit a Mid-American Conference team in its own house, especially when its ranked in the top 25.
That said, Akron will have just such a chance when it hosts Michigan at noon Friday at Rhodes Arena. The Wolverines (9-2) arrive ranked 20th in the latest Associated Press poll.
Akron (5-5) is 4-1 at home this season and coming off its biggest win of the season Dec. 7 vs. Canisius.
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Michigan dominates Akron women’s basketball 96-55
Michigan showed why they are ranked 20th in the Associated Press poll Friday at James A. Rhodes Arena. The Wolverines (10-2) forced 29 Akron turnovers over their way to a 96-55 win over the Zips (6-5).
Akron basketball with its best spell of the game vs. Michigan
Akron has not quit, despite the big deficit, as Zakia Rasheed hit a pair of threes to open the fourth quarter. The Zips cut Michigan’s lead to 82-51 with 7:37 left in the game.
Michigan basketball in command 78-40 after three quarters vs. Akron
Michigan has this one in hand, as the Wolverrines lead 78-40 as we head to the fourth quarter. Michigan has forced Akron into 25 turnovers through three quarters.
Michigan basketball takes 30-point lead on Akron
Michigan is showing its quality, as it has hit 11 three-pointers in the game. The Wolverines have their biggest lead of the game a 63-33 with 4:05 left in the third quarter.
Turnovers continue to plague Akron basketball vs. Michigan
The turnover bug continues to bite Akron, as they have committed 21 turnovers to just 13 field goals. Time out on the floor with Michigan leading 59-31. Akron’s Shelbee Brown has picked up her third and fourth foul early in the third quarter.
Halftime statistics for Akron-Michigan women’s basketball
- Akron – 12-17 from the floor, 1-5 from 3-pt land, 4-7 from the line. 15 rebounds, 13 fouls, two assists, 16 turnovers, three steals. Shelbee Brown leads with 14 points.
- Michigan – 16-28 from the field, 9-15 form 3-pt. land, 10-10 from the line. 13 rebounds, nine fouls, 12 assists, 12 turnovers, nine steals. Greta Kampschroeder leads with a career-high 17 points.
Michigan basketball’s hot shooting lead to 51-29 halftime lead vs. Akron
Michigan guard Greta Kampschroeder has scored a career-high 17 points in the first half, including five 3s. The Wolverines have taken a 51-29 lead at the half, thanks to shooing 9-of-15 from downtown.
Shelbee Brown leads the Zips with 14 points.
Michigan basketball on fire from downtown vs. Akron
Michigan is smoking from beyond the arc. The Wolverines hit three straight 3s to open the second quarter. Akron coach Ryan Gensler calls time out with 6:12 left in the first half and the Zips down 39-15.
Michigan basketball opens 28-11 lead after one quarter vs. Akron
Michigan has found its grove vs. the Zips, closing out the first quarter on a 17-4 run to take a 28-11 lead. Michigan will get the ball to start the second quarter.
Michigan basketball perfect from the line, but Syla Swords injured
The Wolverines have taken advantage of Akron’s fouls in the first quarter. Michigan is 8-of-8 at the line and has opened a 26-11 lead with 34.3 left in the quarter. Akron has committed nine turnovers so far.
Michigan basketball comes out shooting hot vs. Akron
The Wolverines are shooting hot early at James A. Rhodes Arena. Michigan is 3-of-4 from downtown and has taken a 15-9 lead with 4:47 left in the first quarter. Olivia Olson leads Michigan with five points.
Akron has played well and handled Michigan’s trapping defense well thus far, althougth they have committed five turnovers. Shelbee Brown with six points early for the Zips.
Starting lineups for Akron-Michigan women’s basketball
- Akron – Shelbee Brown, G, Mephis; Maddie Vejsicky, G, New Concord, OH; Liisa Tamponen, C, Tampere, Finland; Kam’ren Rhodes, G, Chandler, AZ.; Teniesha Clarke, G, Burlington, Ontario.
- Michigan – Olivia Olson, G, New Hope, Minn.; Mila Holloway, G, Charlotte, N.C.; Jordan Hobbs, G, Springboro, OH; Greta Kampschroeder, G, Naperville, IL.; Syla Swords, G, Sudbury, Ontario.
What to look for from Akron women’s basketball
Akron had almost a full two weeks to prepare for Michigan, having last played on Dec. 7 vs. Canisius. The Zips are on a three-game winning streak at home.
The Zips offense has been by committee so far this season, with Teniesha Clarke (11.4 points per game), Alexus Mobley (10.6) and Maddie Vejsicky (10.5) all playing major roles. Akron is averaging 67.2 points a game while limiting opponents to 61 per game. Turnovers have been an issue as Akron is committing 16.1 a game.
Ryan Gensler is in his second year as Zips head coach. He has a record of 16-23 at Akron.
What to look for from Michigan women’s basketball
Michigan had a nine-game win streak snapped Tuesday with a 72-62 loss to 10th-ranked Oklahoma. The Wolverines only other loss came against defending national champion South Carolina in their opening game.
Michigan’s starting lineup has been consistent with five guards: Freshman Olivia Olson (16.1 points per game), freshman Syla Swords (16.1), senior Jordan Hobbs (13.7), freshman Mila Holloway (10.9) and senior guard Greta Kampschroeder (5.6). The Wolverines are averaging 82.5 points per game, while holding opponents to 56 a game. They have dominated the boards with 43.8-31 rebounding edge per game.
Kim Barnes Arico is in her 13th year at Michigan. She has the most wins in program history with 270.
Akron basketball scores this season
| Nov. 4 | Georgia State | W, 81-73 |
| Nov. 7 | at Binghamton | L, 66-50 |
| Nov. 13 | Robert Morris | L, 59-53 |
| Nov. 16 | Cleveland State | W, 85-74 |
| Nov. 22 | at Tennessee State | L, 72-68 |
| Nov. 24 | at Bellarmine | L, 72-65 |
| Nov. 29 | Iona (Colgate Tournament) | W, 64-51 |
| Nov. 30 | Colgate (Colgate Tournament) | L, 62-54 |
| Dec. 4 | Slippery Rock | W, 79-43 |
| Dec. 7 | Canisius | W, 83-43 |
Michigan basketball scores this season
| Nov. 4 | South Carolina (at Las Vegas) | L, 68-62 |
| Nov. 8 | Lehigh | W, 86-55 |
| Nov. 14 | Central Michigan | W, 99-62 |
| Nov. 17 | Oakland | W, 88-42 |
| Nov. 20 | Long Island | W, 96-31 |
| Nov. 24 | Long Beach State | W, 111-56 |
| Nov. 29 | Belmont (Fort Myers Tip Off) | W, 68-58 |
| Nov. 30 | Virginia Tech (Fort Myers Tip Off) | W, 76-65 |
| Dec. 8 | Northwestern | W, 60-54 |
| Dec. 14 | Detroit Mercy | W, 100-54 |
| Dec. 17 | Oklahome (at Charlotte) | L, 72-62 |
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