University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Ally McCutchen | UNC Athletics
PREVIEW: Bears Prepare to Host Bethany College on Tuesday Night
11/10/2025 9:39:00 AM | Women's Basketball
GREELEY, Colo. – The Northern Colorado women's basketball (2-0) team continues its home stand at Bank of Colorado Arena on Tuesday night, welcoming Bethany College (Kansas) (2-2) to town.
The Bears enter the match up riding a wave of momentum after opening the season with two consecutive victories. Northern Colorado kicked things off with a commanding win over Northern New Mexico in the home opener before battling to a thrilling overtime victory against Lamar.
Through their first two games, the Bears have been on an impressive run, averaging 88.5 points per contest. They've shown strong efficiency on offense, shooting 44.4 percent from the field, and have asserted their dominance on the boards by pulling down an average of 49.5 rebounds per game. This early performance highlights their balanced attack and physical presence inside the paint, setting a strong tone for the rest of the season.
Several Bears have made key contributions to the team's early success. Sophomore Neenah George has been a standout performer, totaling 42 points through the first two games. Her 26-point performance against Lamar set a new career high and helped fuel the team's hard-fought win.
With confidence building and strong performances across the roster, the Bears will look to keep their perfect start intact as they take on the Swedes of Bethany College.
Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+, follow along with live stats, and stay up to date through the team's official social media channels.
SCOUTING THE OPPONENT
Bethany College has opened their 2025 campaign with a 2–2 record. Through the first four games, the Swedes are averaging 69.5 points per game while shooting 41.8% from the field. In the 2024–25 season, Bethany finished with an overall record of 15–14 and a 13–9 mark in conference play. Their season concluded with a first-round loss to Tabor in the KCAC Tournament.
FOLLOW THE BEARS
Fans can follow and stay up to date on all the Bear action at uncbears.com and on social media. Follow the Bears on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsWBB), Instagram (@UNC_BearsWBB), and Facebook (/UNCBearsWBB).
The Bears enter the match up riding a wave of momentum after opening the season with two consecutive victories. Northern Colorado kicked things off with a commanding win over Northern New Mexico in the home opener before battling to a thrilling overtime victory against Lamar.
Through their first two games, the Bears have been on an impressive run, averaging 88.5 points per contest. They've shown strong efficiency on offense, shooting 44.4 percent from the field, and have asserted their dominance on the boards by pulling down an average of 49.5 rebounds per game. This early performance highlights their balanced attack and physical presence inside the paint, setting a strong tone for the rest of the season.
Several Bears have made key contributions to the team's early success. Sophomore Neenah George has been a standout performer, totaling 42 points through the first two games. Her 26-point performance against Lamar set a new career high and helped fuel the team's hard-fought win.
With confidence building and strong performances across the roster, the Bears will look to keep their perfect start intact as they take on the Swedes of Bethany College.
Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+, follow along with live stats, and stay up to date through the team's official social media channels.
SCOUTING THE OPPONENT
Bethany College has opened their 2025 campaign with a 2–2 record. Through the first four games, the Swedes are averaging 69.5 points per game while shooting 41.8% from the field. In the 2024–25 season, Bethany finished with an overall record of 15–14 and a 13–9 mark in conference play. Their season concluded with a first-round loss to Tabor in the KCAC Tournament.
FOLLOW THE BEARS
Fans can follow and stay up to date on all the Bear action at uncbears.com and on social media. Follow the Bears on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsWBB), Instagram (@UNC_BearsWBB), and Facebook (/UNCBearsWBB).
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