The Hood College women’s basketball team fell to Bryn Mawr College 65-56 on Nov. 14, 2026, at the Class of 1958 Gymnasium in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Maya Gordon led Hood College with a game-high 23 points, but Bryn Mawr College closed the game with a late scoring push.
Maya Gordon Leads Hood College in Scoring
Gordon shot 8-for-11 from the field and made her only 3-point attempt. She also recorded five rebounds and three steals as Hood College held leads of 17-14 after the first quarter and 27-24 at halftime.
Leah Jones added 16 points, including three 3-pointers, along with three assists and two steals. Shylah Taylor finished with seven points and a team-high six rebounds, while Faith Atwater contributed four points, five rebounds and two assists.
Madison Timms and Jah Savoy each recorded four assists. Hood College also finished with eight steals and scored 19 points off turnovers, compared with 14 for Bryn Mawr College.
Bryn Mawr College Pulls Away Late
Hood College carried a 47-45 lead into the fourth quarter after Gordon scored on a fast-break layup, connected on a 3-pointer and converted a layup and the ensuing free throw during the third period. Jones also made a 3-pointer to help the Blazers maintain their advantage.
Bryn Mawr College opened the final period with a 3-pointer to regain the lead. Hood College pulled within two points at 54-52 with just over two minutes remaining, but the Owls finished with the decisive scoring push.
Jenny Briggs led Bryn Mawr College with 21 points, including five 3-pointers. Michelle Jiang added 13 points and six rebounds, while Jenna Vollor recorded 12 points and a game-high 14 rebounds.
Rebounding Gives Bryn Mawr College an Edge
Bryn Mawr College held a 49-30 rebounding advantage, including 23 offensive rebounds. Hood College shot 35.2% from the field and 23.8% from 3-point range, while Bryn Mawr College shot 34.4% overall and 40% from beyond the arc.
The result dropped Hood College to 0-3 on the season, while Bryn Mawr College improved to 2-2.
Next Game
Hood College was scheduled to conclude its season-opening road trip at Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Virginia, on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Hood College led through three quarters and received efficient scoring from Gordon and Jones. Bryn Mawr College created separation with its rebounding advantage, particularly the 23 offensive rebounds that helped the Owls generate additional opportunities.
Gordon’s 23 points and Jones’ 16 points provided Hood College with a strong scoring foundation. The Blazers will look to build from that production when they face Bridgewater College.
Source: Original report
