Friday, May 8, 2026
HomeSportsWomen's Basketball

Men’s and Women’s Basketball Secure Huge Wins at the Bank

By Nicholas Kolsin Women's Basketball The #22 UNCP Braves Women's Basketball team (4-1) beat the Fayetteville State Broncos 63-56 at home on Wednesday night. Kelci Adams would have 23 points and 12 rebounds shooting 7-10 from three to lead the Braves to victory. Stella Mollica would tie a school record with...

UNCP Women’s Basketball Survives Thrilling Season Opener Against Wingate

By Nicholas Kolsin The #25 UNCP Women’s basketball season got underway on Friday Night in Florence S.C. in a 60-56 win against the Wingate Bulldogs. This is the first win for new Braves head coach Kendra Eaton. Stella Mollica would finish her stellar debut for the Braves a perfect 6-6 from...

FEATURE STORY-Dr. Kendra Samuels-Eaton Continuing Longtime Legacy

By Zack Ciboth There will be a new face pacing the basketball court this season for the UNC Pembroke women's basketball team. Dr. Kendra Samuels-Eaton was named the 10th head coach in the program’s history. Samuels-Eaton takes control of the reigns from longtime Head coach John Haskins who announced his...

Women’s Basketball Names Kendra Samuels-Eaton as 10th Head coach.

Zack Ciboth, Sports Editor A familiar face will return to the sidelines next season for the UNC Pembroke Women's Basketball team. Monday afternoon the members of the athletic department alongside Athletic Director Dick Christy and UNCP Chancellor Robin M. Cummings to announce the programs 10th head coach. Kendra Samuels-Eaton returns...

Braves Fall to Catawba in NCAA Tournament

Zack Ciboth, Sports Editor The UNC Pembroke women’s basketball team fell the Catawba Indians in the NCAA Southeast Regional Quarterfinal Friday night. A fast start by the Indians helped them control the game early and despite the Braves clawing their way back in this game over the course of...

Women’s Basketball Wins Back-to-Back Conference Carolinas Championships.

Nick Kolsin, Sports Reporter The UNC Pembroke women’s basketball team defeated the Belmont Abbey Crusaders 72-51 to win their second straight Conference Carolinas Women’s Basketball tournament Title.  The win solidifies their berth in the NCAA DII Women’s Basketball Tournament as the #8 seed where they will face the host of...