Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Highlander Basketball: Year in Review

The exit of UC Riverside women’s basketball from the Women’s National Invitation Tournament (WNIT) last week concluded the season as a whole for both the men’s and women’s team. With the season now over...

UCR scores 17 threes enroute to demolition of CSU Northridge 82-63

UC Riverside showcased an impressive performance on the basketball court, dominating their recent matchup with a remarkable display of skill and teamwork. The Highlanders were in top form, setting records and securing a convincing...

Jordan Webster inspires UCR comeback in 64-62 win against Cal State Bakersfield

After starting conference play with three straight losses, the Highlanders have bounced back from their early struggles. Wins against Long Beach State, Cal Poly and reigning champions Hawaii brought the Highlanders back to .500....

Highlanders suffer frustrating setback in 51-43 loss to UC San Diego

Coming off the back of five straight wins, the Highlanders were looking to make it one more at home against the Tritons. Led by back-to-back Big West Player of the Week Jordan Webster, UCR’s...

UC Riverside men’s basketball team defeated 65-53 to Long Beach State

The UC Riverside men’s basketball team suffered their second-straight loss against Long Beach State Saturday afternoon in the SRC Arena. The Highlanders dropped their last contest against Long Beach State, 75-83, on Jan. 6...

UC Riverside women’s team cruises to a 70-46 win over Cal State Northridge

The UC Riverside women’s basketball team defeated Cal State Northridge 70-46 Saturday night in the SRC Arena. Going into this ball game, the Highlanders won their past five of seven games but lost their...

UC Riverside falls short against Boise State 55-63

The UC Riverside women’s basketball team lost to Boise State, 55-63, in Boise, Idaho. Going into this ball game, the Highlanders had to face some tough opponents in Southern Methodist University and UCLA. UCR...

Highlanders start fast and finish strong in 81-73 win against Cal State Fullerton

Going into this game, the Highlanders strung together an impressive two-game winning streak at home. The quick homestand featured an ESPN Top 10 worthy buzzer beater from graduate forward Kyle Owens against Cal State...

UCR Riverside women’s basketball team wins a nail-biter against Utah State 52-51

The UC Riverside women’s basketball team defeated Utah State 52-51 in a come from behind victory. Going into this ball game, the Highlanders won their first game of the season against Antelope Valley in...

Highlanders slowed down in 77-65 loss to UC San Diego

After a slow start to conference play, the Highlanders rattled off four straight wins to put themselves back into the Big West playoff picture. Looking to make it five in a row, UCR was...