Hawks Women’s Basketball Midseason Report: Building Momentum
Through seven games, the Hillsborough Community College women's basketball team is forging its identity—one built on grit, pace, and a relentless pursuit of growth. With a 3-4 record and a dominant 86-37 win over Trinity College fresh in the books, the Hawks are trending upward as they prepare for Region 8 conference play.
Season Snapshot
- Overall Record: 3-4
- Home Record: 2-2
- Neutral Site Record: 1-2
- Conference Record: 0-0
- Current Streak: Won 1
Offensive Identity: High-Volume from Deep
The Hawks are among the most aggressive three-point shooting teams in Region 8:
- 3PT Attempts per Game: 29.5 (1st in Region 8)
- 3PT Made per Game: 7.3 (3rd)
- Points per Game: 69.5 (9th)
Led by sharpshooters like Danika Ballard and Arianna Viera, Hillsborough spaces the floor and plays with tempo. In a narrow 82-80 battle against Tallahassee State, the team hit 12 threes at a 42.9% clip—showcasing their offensive ceiling.
Defensive Disruption
While rebounding remains a work in progress, the Hawks are active and aggressive on the defensive end:
- Steals per Game: 11.0 (5th)
- Blocks per Game: 2.2 (7th)
- Turnovers Forced per Game: 14.7
Brianna Behn and Malayna Stevenson bring toughness in the paint, while the backcourt pressures passing lanes and creates transition opportunities.
Standout Performers
- Danika Ballard: 19 points and 5 threes vs. Tallahassee State
- Malayna Stevenson: Consistent double-figure scoring and rebounding presence
- Brianna Behn: 15 points and 11 rebounds in a key matchup
Areas for Growth
The Hawks are focused on improving efficiency and consistency:
- Field Goal Percentage: 37.4% (14th)
- 3PT Percentage: 24.9% (13th)
- Opponent 3PT% Allowed: 38.8% (14th)
With continued emphasis on shot selection, rebounding, and defensive closeouts, the team is poised to elevate its performance.
Looking Ahead
As Region 8 play begins, the Hawks are battle-tested and hungry. With a high-octane offense, a disruptive defense, and a culture of accountability, Hillsborough is ready to make noise.
Stay tuned. The best is yet to come.