Towson defeats Notre Dame (Md 107-60
Towson Dominates Notre Dame in 107-60 Blowout
The TU Arena was electric as the Towson Tigers took on the visiting University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) Retrievers in a highly anticipated non-conference matchup. The home team came out swinging, showcasing their dominance with a 47-point victory.
At halftime, the Tigers led by a staggering 25-point margin, 56-31. UMBC struggled to contain Towson's high-powered offense, which continued to fire on all cylinders in the second half. The Retrievers' defense was unable to keep up, allowing Towson to extend their lead to as many as 47 points.
For the Tigers, Tyler Coleman emerged as the star of the show, scoring a game-high 19 points on an impressive 71.4% shooting clip from the field. He also chipped in with 10 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals, solidifying his status as one of the top players in the conference.
UMBC's Ricardo Ross led the Retrievers with 13 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit. Jordan Foster added 5 points, 3 assists, and 3 rebounds for the visitors, who struggled to find their rhythm on offense.
The advanced statistics told a similar story. Towson's effective field goal percentage (63.4%) was nearly double UMBC's mark of 38.9%. The Retrievers' turnover rate was also significantly higher, at 19.0%, compared to Towson's 18.8%.
In the end, the Tigers' victory served as a statement win for the program, showcasing their depth and talent. For UMBC, it was a tough road trip that ended in disappointment.
Game Stats
Towson (HOME)
* Field Goals: 40/71 (56.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 30/47 (63.8%)
* 3-Point FG: 10/24 (42.0%)
* Free Throws: 17/20 (85.0%)
* Rebounds: 57
* Assists: 20
* Turnovers: 15
* Steals: 8
* Blocks: 5
UMBC (AWAY)
* Field Goals: 24/72 (33.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 16/46 (34.8%)
* 3-Point FG: 8/26 (31.0%)
* Free Throws: 4/7 (57.0%)
* Rebounds: 26
* Assists: 10
* Turnovers: 15
* Steals: 6
* Blocks: 3