Washington College women’s basketball opened the season with a 73-62 victory over Rowan on Nov. 7, 2026, in Chestertown, Maryland. Miley Alguire recorded a double-double with 24 points and 15 rebounds as the Shorewomen earned their first win of the season.
Washington College Builds Halftime Lead
Washington College and Rowan were tied 12-12 after the first quarter before the Shorewomen pulled away in the second period. Washington College outscored Rowan 28-15 in the quarter and took a 40-27 lead into halftime.
Alguire scored 14 points in the first half, while Kisa Lilly added 12 points. Lilly finished with 20 points and eight rebounds for Washington College.
Shorewomen Hold Off Rowan
The teams matched each other with 12 points in the third quarter, leaving Washington College ahead 52-39 entering the final period. Rowan outscored the Shorewomen 23-21 in the fourth quarter, but Washington College maintained its lead to secure the 11-point victory.
Alguire and Lilly each scored six points in the fourth quarter. The Shorewomen defense kept Rowan from overcoming the deficit, and Washington College finished the game with the win.
Washington College Women’s Basketball Heads to Notre Dame of Maryland
Washington College was listed at 1-0 overall and 0-0 in the Centennial Conference after the victory. The Shorewomen are scheduled to play at Notre Dame of Maryland on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, at 7 p.m. in Baltimore, Maryland.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Washington College created separation with a 28-point second quarter and carried a 13-point lead into the fourth. Alguire’s 24-point, 15-rebound performance led the Shorewomen, while Lilly contributed 20 points and eight rebounds in the season-opening victory.
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