PRINCESS ANNE, Maryland – November 7, 2026 – The University of Maryland Eastern Shore women's basketball team earned its first victory of the season Saturday afternoon, defeating the University of the District of Columbia, 90-52, in its Homecoming matchup at the Hytche Center.
After falling behind 5-0 early, the Hawks responded behind back-to-back baskets from Kaliya Perry and a pair of 3-pointers from Makylah Moore. Eastern Shore took a 20-15 lead after the opening quarter before outscoring UDC 21-10 in the second to carry a 41-25 advantage into halftime.
UMES continued to pull away after the break, scoring 23 points in the third and 26 in the fourth to secure the victory. The Hawks forced 33 turnovers and finished with 17 steals, turning those miscues into 30 points.
Chasity Wilson and Moore led the Hawks with 13 points apiece. Jaida Cameron, Aliza Murray and Perry each added 11 points, while Kalise Hill recorded a game-high six steals and four assists.
Eastern Shore received 60 points from its bench and held advantages in points in the paint (46-20), points off turnovers (30-2) and fast-break points (18-4).
The victory improved the Hawks to 1-1 on the season.
Up Next
Eastern Shore returns to the road on Thursday, November 12, traveling to Atlanta, Georgia, to face Georgia Tech at 7 p.m.
