FAIRFAX, Va. — The George Mason University women’s basketball team secured a dominant 67-52 victory over George Washington University on Saturday, celebrating Senior Day with a decisive win at EagleBank Arena. The Patriots (19-8, 14-2 Atlantic 10) showcased a strong performance, fueled by key contributions from Kennedy Harris and Zahirah Walton, while holding the Revolutionaries (14-15, 6-10 Atlantic 10) at bay throughout the contest. This win further solidifies George Mason’s position in the Atlantic 10 standings as they approach the end of the regular season.
The game began with a quick surge from George Mason, establishing an early 7-0 lead. A fastbreak three-pointer from Kennedy Harris at the 5:59 mark ignited the Patriots’ offense. Walton played a crucial role in maintaining momentum, contributing key free throws and a pivotal steal that shifted the game’s energy. Despite a brief rally from George Washington, a late jumper from MJ Johnson secured a 21-17 lead for George Mason at the end of the first quarter.
Second Quarter Surge
George Mason extended its lead in the second quarter, highlighted by a three-pointer from Mary Amoateng at 5:36, assisted by Harris. This sparked another 7-0 run for the Patriots, further distancing them from the Revolutionaries. The Green & Gold capitalized on turnovers, converting them into eight fast-break points while limiting George Washington to just nine points in the quarter. George Mason entered halftime with a commanding 37-26 advantage.
Dominance Continues in the Third
The Patriots continued to build on their lead in the third quarter. Walton opened the scoring with a jumper and Harris followed with another fastbreak three-pointer, again assisted by Amoateng. George Mason’s offensive rebounding prowess, securing six rebounds in the quarter, proved instrumental in maintaining possession and creating scoring opportunities. Despite George Washington’s attempts to close the gap, the Patriots’ strong defense and accurate free-throw shooting kept them firmly in control. Walton’s three-point play with just two seconds remaining in the quarter extended the lead to 54-42.
Closing Strong on Senior Day
George Mason continued to push its advantage in the fourth quarter, extending the lead to 57-42 with another jumper from Walton. Defensive pressure forced multiple turnovers, which were quickly converted into points, including a key layup by Amoateng, assisted by Louis Volker. Jada Brown added a jumper and two crucial free throws, pushing the score to 63-47 with 2:32 left on the clock. Even a late three-pointer from George Washington couldn’t derail the Patriots’ momentum, as Trinity Massenberg sealed the victory with a layup in the final seconds.
The victory was particularly meaningful as it came on Senior Day, honoring the contributions of the team’s graduating players. While specific details regarding the seniors honored were not provided, the atmosphere at EagleBank Arena was undoubtedly celebratory.
Looking Ahead
The Patriots will host their final regular season home game on Wednesday, February 25, against Saint Joseph’s at 7 p.m. The game will be live-streamed on ESPN+. Fans can follow the George Mason women’s basketball team for updates and further information on their official athletics website.
This win for George Mason demonstrates their strength within the Atlantic 10 conference and sets a positive tone as they head into the final stretch of the season. The team’s ability to capitalize on turnovers and maintain a strong offensive presence proved to be the key to success against George Washington, and they will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming matchup against Saint Joseph’s.
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