Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer 

UNCG Women’s Basketball took on Wofford in a game that celebrated Black History Month. The game saw UNCG defeat Wofford 68-60 while many in the crowd as well as all the UNCG Women’s Basketball staff wore shirts that bore the words, “Black History is American History.” 

Leading up to the game, the UNCG Women’s Basketball Instagram page posted several of the players and their views on the celebration of Black history and its importance. Nya Smith believes that the month is a time to “really reflect on history and the impact that strong Black historical figures have made on the way society is structured to this day.” Makiah Asidanya shares similar sentiments and states that this month, “is a time to uplift the Black community and encourage each other to continue making history.” 

Makiah Asidanya was at the forefront of the game against Wofford, scoring an impressive 20 points in addition to seven rebounds. Following her in the points tally was Nya Smith with 13 and Khalis Cain, who scored a double-double in this game with 10 points and 12 rebounds.  

Cain was also celebrated earlier this week for reaching a monumental 1,000 career rebounds. She is the third player in program history to reach this tally. 

Jayde Gamble was recognized before this game due to reaching the milestone of 1,000 career points earlier this season. Gamble was able to add seven points in this game alongside five defensive rebounds and five assists. 

A tight game that was within eight points at the end of each quarter saw UNCG extend their home record to 13-0. They are also 10-1 in SOCON play, leading the standings. UNCG Women’s Basketball has three more games left in the regular season, in which they will be hoping to clinch a first-place finish. 

 UNCG Women’s Basketball will be back in action in Fleming Gym on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 2pm, against Western Carolina. It is a match that, if won, will see UNCG Women’s Basketball be undefeated at home all season long. Up the Spartans!