The University of Maryland Eastern Shore women’s basketball team wrapped up their groundbreaking season Monday night, falling to Youngstown State in the second round of the Women’s National Invitation Tournament.
The Hawks’ elimination marks the end of what will be remembered as a transformative year for the program, which achieved unprecedented success both in regular season play and by earning their inaugural postseason tournament berth.
UMES made program history this season by securing more victories than any previous team in school history while also claiming their first-ever invitation to postseason competition through the WNIT.
The team’s journey to the second round represented a significant milestone for Eastern Shore basketball, as they became the first Hawks squad to compete beyond the regular season and conference tournaments.
Head coach Fred Willis guided the team through this banner season, helping establish new standards for the program’s future aspirations.
Though their postseason run came to a close against Youngstown State, the Hawks have set a new foundation for continued growth and success in the years ahead.
