HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - On Monday the Prairie View A&M women's basketball team, led by Coach Sandy Pugh, are set to face off against the Alabama A&M Lady Bulldogs in a pivotal basketball contest.

With the current team record at 5-11 (2-5 SWAC), the Panthers are looking to improve their standings by capitalizing on their home court advantage.

The historical matchup reveals a dominant series for the Panthers, who lead 30-17 over the Lady Bulldogs. This includes a victory in their last meeting at Prairie View, where they clinched a 65-59 victory. However, the Lady Bulldogs, directed by Coach Dawn Thornton and boasting an impressive 11-7 (4-2 SWAC) record this season, are not to be underestimated.

The key players of Prairie View A&M include junior forward Amauri Williams and freshman guard Crystal Schultz, both averaging 9.6 points per game, along with graduate student guard Ash'a Thompson and freshman guard CJ Wilson. On the other side, Alabama A&M's performance is driven by senior guard Kalia Walker, leading with an average of 14.4 points per game. The Lady Bulldogs also showcase strength with other players like Lauryn Pendleton, Alisha Wilson, and Kourtney Rittenberry, each contributing significantly.

As the Panthers prepare for the upcoming competition, the focus is clear: harness the skills of their young roster and utilize Coach Pugh's strategic insights to navigate this challenging encounter. This game is shaping up to be an essential fixture in the SWAC basketball calendar, promising fierce competition and pivotal outcomes.

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