Posted: Jan 22, 2015
BIG GAMES FOR THE MAROONS
The women's basketball team just picked up a 62-50 win over Hollins on Wednesday evening and looking to build off of that victory in the second half of the season. Sophomore Cary Beahm currently ranks third in the ODAC in points per game (16.8) and total points 252. She has either set or tied career highs in scoring over the last three games, scoring 23 points apiece in each of the past two contests. Senior Tatum McKee is second on the team in scoring, with 9.0 points per game. The Maroons are taking on Eastern Mennonite, who are currently tied for the best record in the conference with a mark of 6-1. The Royals currently have received votes in the latest d3hoops.com poll. They are led by Jess Rheinheimer who ranks first in the ODAC in points per game with 19.7. She has scored over 20 points in seven games, including a tally of 41 points in a win against Washington College.
The men's team is coming off of a tough loss to Emory & Henry on Wednesday night. In the first of two consecutive home games for the Maroons, Roanoke will be taking on Bridgewater College. Andrew Daniels and Daniel Eacho are averaging over 13 points per game for the Maroons so far this season, while Cameron Smith tops the squad in rebounds, pulling down 6.6 boards per game. Roanoke will take on Bridgewater College, who is 9-7 overall, 4-3 in the ODAC. They are led by Ed Reddick, who is first or second in the league in numerous statistical categories. He tops the ODAC in points per game, tallying 18.4 per contest. He also ranks second in total rebounds (144) and rebounds per game (9.0).
The Maroons are looking for your support during both of Saturday's contests to help push them through to victory over their Old Dominion Athletic Conference opponents!
GIVEAWAYS
As part of every Maroon Madness, there will be plenty of free items at this year's event. Students in attendance will be given food vouchers for concessions that have been provided by Robert's Concessions. The vouchers allow students to receive food items and drinks for free. Free long sleeved t-shirts will also be given out at the game, so be sure to throw them on during Maroon Madness. There will also be door prizes for a mystery number of students in attendance. Be sure to bring your Maroon Card to scan in when you get to the game.
CONTESTS
Upon arrival at the game, raffle tickets will be handed out for a chance to win great prizes during the halftimes and after both the women's and men's basketball games. During timeouts, there will also be quick contests to win prizes that include Roanoke College apparel and gift cards to local eateries. There will be half-court shot contest during each of the games as well, giving another chance to win great prizes.
RC SCHOOL SPIRIT
Also in attendance will be the RC Spirit team, as well as the pep band. Throughout the games, we will recognize the accomplishments of the fall and spring sports athletes over the past calendar year. There will also be a poster making station so you can create posters to show off your school spirit. So be sure to come out to the Bast Center on Saturday, January 24th, wear your maroon and support all Roanoke College athletics at Maroon Madness!
