The St. Mary’s College of Maryland women’s basketball team extended its perfect start in United East Conference play with a 98-44 victory over Penn State Abington on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in conference action at the Michael P. O’Brien Athletics & Recreation Center.
The Seahawks improved to 10-5 overall and 4-0 in the UEC, securing their fourth consecutive conference win. Penn State Abington fell to 9-6 and 3-2 in league play. St. Mary’s used balanced scoring, efficient shooting, and relentless defensive pressure to build a commanding lead early and maintain control throughout.
Senior guard Olivia Liszt led all scorers with a game-high 30 points on 10-of-14 shooting from the field, including 6-of-9 from three-point range, while adding four rebounds and three assists in 29 minutes. Junior guard Tramarie Mobray contributed 16 points on 7-of-10 shooting, four rebounds, and five assists in 24 minutes. Sophomore guard Marley Saunders added 10 points, and senior forward Rayna Miller posted nine points and six rebounds.
The Seahawks received depth from their bench, which produced 37 points. St. Mary’s shot 50.7 percent from the field overall and 50.0 percent from three-point range, while limiting Penn State Abington to 21.7 percent shooting. Defensively, the Seahawks forced 22 turnovers that translated into 22 points and generated 24 fast-break points. They also dominated inside, outscoring the Lions 34-16 in the paint, and held a 47-33 advantage in rebounds.
St. Mary’s established dominance in the first quarter and extended the margin to 52-14 by halftime through sustained offensive efficiency and defensive intensity. The second half saw continued contributions across the roster as the Seahawks cruised to the 54-point win.
For Penn State Abington, Naila Newman led the team with seven points. The Lions struggled to counter the Seahawks’ tempo and depth, committing 25 turnovers and converting only 11 steals into limited transition opportunities.
The performance underscores St. Mary’s strong start in United East Conference competition this season, building on a roster that combines veteran leadership with emerging contributors. Liszt’s 30-point effort marked one of her standout games, showcasing her scoring range and efficiency from beyond the arc.
The victory aligns with the Seahawks’ emphasis on defensive pressure and transition play, key elements that have contributed to their undefeated conference record. St. Mary’s has demonstrated consistent execution in home games, using the O’Brien Center court to apply full-court pressure and capitalize on opponent mistakes.
The team will next travel to Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, to face Wilson College on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, with tip-off scheduled for 7:30 p.m. The game continues a busy stretch for the Seahawks as they aim to maintain momentum in league play.
