YUMA, Ariz. - The Arizona Western women's basketball team (19-9, 12-2) host the No.1 nationally ranked Eastern Arizona College Gila Monsters (27-1, 14-0) this afternoon to conclude the regular season schedule. The Lady Matadors enter the contest on a four-game winning streak, while the Monsters ride an incredible 27-game winning streak into the game. This matchup serves as a revenge game for Arizona Western, whose only loss in their last five games was a 66-54 defeat to this same Eastern Arizona squad just over two weeks ago.

About the Lady Matadors

Arizona Western has been playing excellent basketball recently, winning four straight. The offense is led by guard Mable Doumbia, who averages a team-high 16.2 points per game and put up an impressive 23 points and 10 rebounds in the last meeting with EAC. She is supported by Chen Pan (12.0 PPG) and outside threat Kimora Jenkins (10.2 PPG), who scored 16 points and hit four three-pointers in the last matchup. While the Matadors have been efficient, posting a higher field goal percentage than EAC in both previous meetings, success will hinge on limiting turnovers and competing on the glass.

About the Gila Monsters

Eastern Arizona comes in as one of the top teams in the nation, boasting a 26-game winning streak. Their attack is spearheaded by guard Esmeralda Enriquez, who averages 15.2 points per game and exploded for 25 against the Matadors in their last contest. The Monsters feature a balanced and deep roster, with players like Eanae Dagons (17 points, 7 rebounds last game) and Danaeja Romero-Ah Sam providing significant contributions. EAC's primary strengths are their relentless pressure on the offensive glass, where they hold a 31-6 advantage over AWC in two games, and their ability to force turnovers, which led to 19 points in their recent victory.

Key Storylines

• The Juggernaut vs. The Avenger: Can Arizona Western's four-game win streak be enough to topple Eastern Arizona's 26-game dominance and avenge an earlier loss? • The Battle on the Glass: AWC must find an answer for EAC's overwhelming advantage on the offensive boards, which has led to a combined 20-7 edge in second-chance points this season. • Clash of Scoring Guards: A premier matchup features AWC's Mable Doumbia (23 points last meeting) against EAC's Esmeralda Enriquez (25 points last meeting). The performance of these two stars will be a deciding factor.

Where to watch

Tipoff is scheduled for 2:00 pm MST in "The House." It's also Sophomore Day with Mable Doumbia and Marta Vieira being recognized before the game. You can also catch the game online on the Matadors Sports Stream with Seth Hartley, Scott Gross and Alyssa Rosales on the call. https://portal.stretchinternet.com/awcmatadors