FROSTBURG, Md. — The West Liberty Hilltoppers women's basketball return to Mountain East Conference action Wednesday evening, traveling to face Frostburg State Bobcats women's basketball in a 5:30 p.m. tipoff at Bobcat Arena.

West Liberty enters the contest at 7-15 overall and 4-11 in MEC play, while Frostburg State sits at 10-12 overall and 6-9 in conference action. The two teams met earlier this season in West Liberty, where the Bobcats edged the Hilltoppers, 65-60.                                                       

The Hilltoppers continue to rely on a balanced offensive attack, averaging 71.4 points per game and ranking among the league's top perimeter shooting teams with 7.5 three-pointers per contest. West Liberty also holds a strong assist-to-turnover ratio advantage over its opponents (0.8 to 0.6), showcasing unselfish ball movement.

Individually, Reagan Vinskovich leads the Hilltoppers at 17.6 points and 9.0 rebounds per game, while shooting better than 51 percent from the floor. Anna Lucarelli adds 15.3 points per game, along with team highs in assists and steals, providing leadership on both ends of the court. Olivia Baker has been a consistent perimeter threat, averaging 13.7 points per game while shooting nearly 38 percent from three-point range.

Frostburg State is led by Julie Spinelli, who ranks among the MEC's top scorers at 17.9 points per game, while Jenna Muha anchors the Bobcats in the paint with 13.1 points and 8.2 rebounds per game. The Bobcats hold a rebounding advantage, averaging 37.4 boards per game, and convert at a strong 80.1 percent clip from the free-throw line.

West Liberty holds an 8-5 all-time series advantage against Frostburg State, though the Bobcats have won several recent meetings. The Hilltoppers will look to limit second-chance opportunities, control the glass, and continue their success from beyond the arc as they aim to secure a key road win.

Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday in Frostburg.



West Liberty University blends a small-town environment with a comprehensive college experience, fostering students' aspirations through hands-on learning, personalized support, and unique academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Learn more at westliberty.edu.