MOBILE, Ala. – South Alabama women's basketball will host UAB for the program's home opener at 1 p.m. CT on Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Mitchell Center in Mobile, Ala.
SERIES HISTORY:
The Jags are 15-30 against the Blazers, their last contest a 91-68 Jaguar victory on Nov. 8, 2025, in Birmingham, Ala.
SCOUTING THE JAGS:
- South Alabama hosts the Blazers after a nail-biting victory over Akron in the MAC-SBC Challenge on Nov. 2, when Jaida Redwine made a twisting layup with 1.4 seconds left to clinch the Jags' 75-74 victory.
- CJ Wilson posted a strong performance against the Zips on Monday, tallying 20 points, five assists and four rebounds. She also went 9-of-18 from the field, posting an even 50.0 percent.
- Deborah Orianegbena grabbed 11 defensive rebounds against Akron, putting her at eighth in the country in defensive boards per game.
- The Jags posted the league's best free-throw percentage through the first game, averaging 86.7 percent.
- Head Coach Yolisha Jackson is 3-0 in home openers in her time at the helm.
SCOUTING THE BLAZERS:
- UAB travels to Mobile after a 77-67 win over Fisk on Wednesday. Four Blazers scored in double figures, including Hailey Jackson, who scored 29 points and went 12-of-17 from the floor.
- The Blazers' 2026-27 roster features three returners, seven transfers and two freshmen. Peyton Bradley transferred from Louisville, and Viktoria Ranisavljevic came from Penn State.
- Randy Norton enters his 14th season at the helm, posting a 5-1 record against UAB.
GAME PROMOTION:
- Theme: Camper Reunion Day
- Giveaway: Schedule Posters
- Bonus: Post-Game Shoot-around
- Free Entry For:
- Donated Canned Goods
- Worn Camper Shirt
KEEP UP WITH THE ACTION:
Monday's game will be streamed on ESPN+, and live stats will be available on
StatBroadcast. Be sure to follow the Jags' social media for live updates.
FOLLOW THE JAGS:
For complete coverage of South Alabama women's basketball, visit the official home of South Alabama Athletics at usajaguars.com and follow the Jags on social media: @SouthAlabamaWBB (X), /SouthAlabamaAthletics (Facebook), @SouthAlabamaWBB (Instagram).
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