Boston College Women’s Basketball Set for Crucial Home Game Against Cal

Boston College’s women’s basketball team is gearing up for a big home matchup against California this Sunday at Conte Forum. The Eagles are hungry for a win that could finally snap their 12-game losing streak and land them their first ACC victory of the season.

This game means a lot for both squads. Boston College wants to break out of a tough rut, while California is hoping to recover after a rough loss to Syracuse.

Let’s take a look at some of the key players, stats, and factors that might shape this much-anticipated game.

Boston College’s Recent Performance

Boston College, led by players like Kayla Rolph and Amirah Anderson, has had a tough stretch this season. In their last game, the Eagles lost 77-52 to Stanford, but Rolph managed to tie her season high with 15 points.

Anderson chipped in 14 points, and Lily Carmody added 11. The Eagles couldn’t keep up with Stanford’s strong first half, and that really set the pace for the rest of the game.

Key Players to Watch

Several players could play a huge role against California:

• Kayla Rolph: She’s shooting a career-high 37.2 percent from deep, so her long-range game could really matter.
• Amirah Anderson: Averaging 14 points over her last two games, Anderson looks like she’s hitting her stride.
• Lily Carmody: Carmody seems to come alive in the second half, with 66 percent of her points scored after halftime this season.

California’s Recent Performance

California sits at 10-9 after a wild, triple-overtime loss to Syracuse. Even in defeat, several players stepped up, especially Naya Ojukwu with 25 points off the bench.

Taylor Barnes and Lulu Twidale each had 16 points, while Sakima Walker added 15. Twidale leads the team with 13.3 points per game, and Walker is close behind, shooting 55.2 percent and averaging 11.9 points.

Key Players to Watch

California’s roster features a few names to keep an eye on:

• Naya Ojukwu: She came off the bench and lit it up against Syracuse.
• Taylor Barnes: Barnes’ double-double shows how important her rebounding and scoring can be.
• Lulu Twidale: As the team’s top scorer, Twidale’s consistency stands out.
• Sakima Walker: Walker leads the Bears in rebounding and gives them a real presence inside.

What to Watch For

Amirah Anderson’s Performance

Watching Amirah Anderson continue her strong play feels like a highlight in itself. The freshman is averaging 14 points on 53 percent shooting over the last two games.

She’s scored in double figures in three of her last four games, so she could make a big impact.

Turnover Battle

The turnover battle could decide a lot. Boston College needs to force California into mistakes. When the Bears give up 18 or more turnovers, they’re just 2-6.

If the Eagles can crank up the pressure, it might tip things in their favor.

Free Throw Opportunities

Free throws could be another swing factor. Boston College only took seven foul shots in their last game, which just isn’t enough.

Teams that get to the line against California tend to win—opponents are 5-1 when attempting 15 or more free throws. For the Eagles, getting to the stripe more often might change everything.

Scoring in Transition

Fast break points are always a wild card. The Eagles put up 17 against Stanford, and California has allowed at least that many in three of their last four games.

If Boston College pushes the pace, they might find some easy buckets.

Points in the Paint

Scoring inside could be huge. California’s defense has been shaky in the paint, allowing an average of 42.8 points there in conference losses.

If the Eagles can attack inside, their chances go way up.