No. 20 Maryland women’s basketball holds on vs. No. 12 North Carolina, 72-68, in back-and-forth exhibition
The Terps didn’t trail in the second half but never led by more than seven points.
In a thrilling exhibition matchup, No. 20 Maryland women’s basketball narrowly edged out No. 12 North Carolina, 72-68. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading leads throughout the contest. Maryland took an early lead in the first quarter, but North Carolina quickly closed the gap, only to see the Terps pull ahead again.
The game remained tightly contested, with Maryland holding a two-possession lead with just four seconds remaining. Addi Mack made both of her free throws to secure the win. Freshman Jordyn Jackson played a key role in the second half, making a clutch three-pointer with just over five minutes left to extend the Terps' lead. The underclassmen stepped up in the final moments, with second-year players Lea Bartelme and Addi Mack converting crucial free throws to seal the victory.
Coach Brenda Frese aimed to introduce Maryland to a top-tier opponent like North Carolina to better prepare for future season matchups.
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