The Maryland women's basketball team, currently ranked 11th in the nation, is set to begin its season on November 2 against second-ranked South Carolina in Paris. This marks the 25th season under head coach Brenda Frese, who has remained a prominent figure in the evolving landscape of college basketball.
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Frese's longevity can be attributed to her approachable nature and her candid communication style with players. A notable moment from the previous season occurred during a second-round NCAA Tournament game against North Carolina, where she strongly encouraged and chastised her leading scorer, Oluchi Okanwa, at a crucial point in the game.
For freshman guard Jordyn Jackson, a McDonald's All-American, this moment highlighted Frese's belief in her players' abilities. Jackson reflected, "I feel like last year, even with her viral moment with the Luchi, it just made me want to come here even more because it just showed… I wanted to be here. Like in that moment."
To prepare for the regular season, the team will play two exhibition games at College Park against Virginia Tech and North Carolina in late October.