University Of Rhode Island Women's Basketball Division
The University of Rhode Island is a state run higher institute of education located in Kingston, Rhode Island, United States. The university has a rich history of academic and athletic excellence. The Women's Basketball Division of the University of Rhode Island, in particular, has been making significant strides in recent years. In this article, we shall take a deep dive into the history and achievements of the University of Rhode Island Women's Basketball Division.
History of the University of Rhode Island Women's Basketball Division
The Women's Basketball Division of the University of Rhode Island was established in 1969. The team grew from strength to strength over the decades, and gained wider recognition in recent years. Under the guidance of head coach Daynia La-Force, in the 2013-2014 season, the Women's Basketball Division finished with an 8-8 conference record, making it their best season in nearly a decade.
The Women's Basketball Division has also been making significant strides off the court. The team has consistently been recognized for its academic achievements. In 2018, the team was honored with the Women's Basketball Coaches Association Academic Top-25 Team Honor Roll, for achieving a team GPA above 3.0.
Recent Achievements of the University of Rhode Island Women's Basketball Division
The Women's Basketball Division has been making headlines for its recent achievements. In the 2018-2019 season, the team finished with a 14-17 overall record and a 6-10 conference record. A notable achievement in that season was the team's triumph over the top-seeded Dayton Flyers, a team that was on a 16-game winning streak at the time. The Women's Basketball Division went on to finish as the quarterfinalists in the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament that season.
The 2019-2020 season saw the Women's Basketball Division make history, winning six consecutive Atlantic 10 games for the first time in the team's history. The team finished with a 21-8 overall record and a 12-4 conference record, securing the third seed in the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament. The team was set to face the La Salle Explorers in the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament before the Coronavirus pandemic disrupted the season.
Current Team and Coaching Staff
The current head coach of the Women's Basketball Division is Tammi Reiss, who was appointed in 2019. Reiss was an All-American at the University of Virginia and later coached at various institutions, including the George Washington University, before joining the University of Rhode Island.
The team has a roster of skilled players, including seniors Nicole Jorgensen and Abby Streeter, and juniors Marta Vargas and Danielle Garven. The team has a good mix of experienced players and fresh talent, and is poised for success in the upcoming season.
Conclusion
The University of Rhode Island Women's Basketball Division has come a long way since its establishment. The team has shown consistent improvement and has been making a name for itself in recent years. With a talented coaching staff and a skilled team of players, the Women's Basketball Division looks set for continued success in the future.
