Box Score FAIRFAX, Va. — George Mason University women's basketball opened its 2026-27 campaign with a commanding 99-57 exhibition victory over Mount St. Mary's University on Thursday afternoon at EagleBank Arena. The Patriots scored 28 points in the first quarter and held the Mountaineers to eight, building a 20-point advantage after 10 minutes. George Mason finished with a 42-point margin of victory, shooting 50.7 percent from the field and recording a 59-30 rebounding advantage.
The Green & Gold set the tone early, opening the game with a 9-0 run. Anovia Sheals scored the Patriots' first two baskets before connecting on a 3-pointer to extend the lead to 9-0. George Mason continued to build its advantage with contributions throughout the lineup, including baskets from Mary-Kate Tshibuabua, Summer Yancy and Trinity Massenburg. A fast-break layup from Kailani Merrell helped push the lead to 17 points, and the Patriots closed the quarter ahead 28-8.
In the second quarter, George Mason continued to extend its lead with a balanced offensive effort. Yancy opened the period by converting two free throws, while Lourdes Da Silva Costa and Tshibuabua added baskets in the paint. Massenburg contributed a tip-in and another layup, while Roisin Grandberry scored on a fast break before knocking down a 3-pointer in the closing seconds. Sheals and Mary Amoateng also connected from beyond the arc as the Patriots outscored the Mountaineers 27-16 in the quarter to take a 55-24 halftime lead.
The Patriots maintained control in the third quarter, outscoring Mount St. Mary's 24-13. Sheals knocked down a 3-pointer at 7:40, and Da Silva Costa followed with a layup and a jumper to keep the Green & Gold in front. Madison Bob added a 3-pointer at 4:20, and Yancy contributed a basket and a second-chance layup. George Mason entered the fourth quarter with a 79-37 advantage.
George Mason closed out the exhibition with 20 points in the fourth quarter. Tshibuabua scored in the paint, while Da Silva Costa added baskets and free throws. The Patriots continued to receive contributions from across the lineup, with all 11 players scoring at least two points. George Mason finished with 27 assists, 19 offensive rebounds and 50 points in the paint en route to the 99-57 victory.
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The Patriots will open their 2026-27 season vs. Temple on November 2 at 7 p.m. at EagleBank Arena. A livestream will also be available on ESPN+.
