Michigan Wolverines Triumph Over Maryland Terrapins
In a decisive showdown on Saturday, the No. 8 Michigan Wolverines triumphed over the No. 14 Maryland Terrapins with a final score of 87-69, effectively ending Maryland’s impressive six-game winning streak. Olivia Olson was the standout player for Michigan, netting a remarkable 28 points, with 21 of those coming in a dominant first half.
Key Performances
In addition to her scoring, Olson also contributed eight rebounds and provided four assists in what had been a thrilling matchup, capping off her recent performance that included a career-high of 31 points in a previous win against Ohio State.
Michigan’s victory marked a significant achievement for the program, as the team closed out their regular season with an impressive record of 24 wins and 5 losses, and 15 wins against only 3 losses in Big Ten play. The Wolverines led for most of the game, showcasing their strength and strategic prowess. Syla Swords supported Olson with a solid contribution of 17 points. Mila Holloway and Te’Yala Delfosse also chipped in with 12 and 10 points, respectively, while Holloway added six assists to her stats.
Maryland’s Efforts
Maryland’s efforts were headlined by Oluchi Okananwa, who scored 19 points, while teammates Yarden Garzon, Isimenme Ozzy-Momodu, and Addi Mack contributed 14, 12, and 12 points, respectively. Despite Maryland’s resilience, they could not overcome Michigan’s momentum, especially after the Wolverines concluded the first half on an impressive 11-2 run, giving them a comfortable 46-31 lead at halftime.
Second Half Highlights
The second half saw Olson start strong once again, hitting a three-pointer that helped maintain Michigan’s double-digit lead throughout the remainder of the game. A notable moment during the match included the ceremony at halftime where Katelynn Flaherty Yates, Michigan’s all-time leading scorer with 2,776 points, had her jersey number 3 honored.
Looking Ahead
As the tournament approaches, Michigan is set to receive a double-bye for the conference tournament and will begin competition in the quarterfinals on Friday. Meanwhile, Maryland will aim to regroup as they prepare for their matchup in the second round of the tournament in Indianapolis on Thursday.
