UAB Falls 62-59 to West Alabama to Open the Season

BIRMINGHAM – The UAB women's basketball team lost its season opener 62-59 to West Alabama on Monday afternoon at Bartow Arena.

Game Summary

The game was tied twice, but UAB maintained the lead until West Alabama scored a three-pointer with 1.3 seconds remaining to take a 62-59 lead. UAB's final shot at the buzzer missed, sealing the Tigers' victory.

Team and Player Highlights

Molly Moffitt, Eleecia Carter, and Cali Smallwood each scored 12 points for UAB.
Moffitt also contributed nine rebounds.
Riley Talbert made her collegiate debut, recording nine points and four rebounds.
UAB was perfect at the free-throw line, converting all 19 attempts.
The Blazers capitalized on 19 West Alabama turnovers, scoring 15 points off them.
Overall shooting percentages for UAB were 32% (17-for-53) from the field, 35% (6-for-17) from three-point range, and 100% from the free-throw line.

"Three players scored in double figures for UAB as Carter, Moffitt and Smallwood all recorded 12 points, respectively."

Final Score

Team	1	2	3	4	F
West Alabama	7	14	23	18	62
UAB	20	14	16	9	59

Summary: Despite strong individual performances and flawless free-throw shooting, UAB fell short in a closely contested season opener against West Alabama.

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UAB Athletics — 2025-11-03