TicketsTHE SERIES
This is the first ever matchup between the Bearcats and the Rebels.
SCOUTING THE BEARCATS
The Bearcats start the season 4-3, with all their wins coming at home in Fifth Third Arena.
Last time out against Central Michigan, the Bearcats shot 43.1% from the field and 81.8% from the free throw line while holding the Chippewas to 35.2% field goal shooting. Sophomore guard Jillian Hayes led the team with a season and career high 23 points on 9-of-15 shooting. Junior point guard Akira Levy also scored a new career and season high of 19 points to go along with seven assists. She made 3-of-4 from three point range.
Levy leads the American Athletic Conference and is ranked 32nd in steals (25) and 35th in steals per game (3.17) and is ranked second in the AAC and 30th in the NCAA with assists (38). Jillian Hayes and Akira Levy lead the team in scoring with 94 and 91, respectively.
Ole Miss starts the 2021-22 season 7-1, marking the longest win streak for Ole Miss since December of 2017.
last time out, the Rebels dominated New Orleans 92-47, outrebounding them by 15 or more boards for the fourth game this season. Off the bench, Angel Baker sparked the Rebels as she recorded a season-high 21 points to lead Ole Miss. Baker hit 9-of-14 shots and went 3-of-5 from three. For the sixth straight game, Shakira Austin finished in double-figures with a total of 17 points. The center also led the Rebels with 8 rebounds, carrying the team on the glass for the seventh game this season.
Senior center Shakira Austin leads the team, averaging 13.8 points, 10.1rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game. After a stellar performance at the Raising the B.A.R. Invitational powered by Cal in Berkley, California, Shakira Austin was named as the Tournament MVP, while Lashonda Monk and Madison Scott were tabbed to the all-tournament team.
PARKING
Cash parking will be available at Corry Garage on campus for $5.
Can't make it to Fifth Third Arena? The game will broadcast on ESPN+ and fans are encouraged to sign up for the digital platform online.
GAME PROMOTIONS
Wear your best black Bearcats attire to the game!
Autograph sessions are back! The team will sign autographs up on the concourse at the conclusion of the game.
MINI PLANS ON SALE NOW
Mini plans are available now for select women's basketball games. Pick one Tier 1 game (Ole Miss or Xavier) and one Tier 2 game (all remaining home games) for just $20 each. This exclusive deal is only while supplies last, so secure your seats today by clicking here.
CORPORATE TICKET PACKAGES FOR CROSSTOWN SHOOTOUT
In recognition of the 50th year of Title IX, this years' Crosstown Shootout will serve as a celebration of girls and women in sports in the city of Cincinnati. In a joint effort between UC and XU, the 2021 match-up will continue the efforts of the late Bill Keating, Jr. to sell-out the Women's Crosstown Shootout on an annual basis. The Bearcats are set to host the shootout this year after the game was postponed last season due to COVID-19 protocols.
Local businesses and organizations can support the Bearcats by purchasing a corporate ticket package for the home matchup against Xavier University on Sunday, December 12. Reward your employees or thank your best clients by bringing them out to 5/3rd this season. Groups may also choose to donate to a local non-profit organization or youth group, as well as donate them back to UC for distribution.
For more information on how to purchase this package, you can reach out directly to the Bearcats Ticket Office at 513-CATS TIX (513-228-7849)
FOLLOW THE BEARCATS
For all the latest information on Cincinnati women's basketball, please visit GoBEARCATS.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow Cincinnati WBB (@GoBearcatsWBB) and Coach Michelle Clark-Heard (@Coachheard) on Twitter. You can also follow the team on Facebook and Instagram.