Bison Basketball Bounces Back, Sweeps Hawks in MEAC Showdown

The Howard University Bison basketball teams roared back in style, securing a dominant sweep over the Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Hawks in a crucial Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) matchup.

Just weeks after suffering narrow losses to the Hawks on their home court, the Bison women's and men's squads left no doubt at the historic Burr Gymnasium, clinching convincing victories of 66-45 and 79-53, respectively.

For the Howard women, the triumph was led by a standout performance from sophomore guard April Edwards, who poured in a game-high 15 points. Zoe Stewart and Zennia Thomas also made significant contributions, scoring 14 and 10 points apiece.

The game turned in Howard's favor late in the first quarter, as a Kalise Hill steal and basket tied the score at 19.

On the men's side, Cedric Taylor III, a transfer from Morehouse College, spearheaded the Bison's charge with a team-high 22 points. Bryce Harris and Travelle Bryson added 17 and 16 points, respectively, as Howard overcame an early 4-3 deficit to eventually take a 41-25 lead in the first half.

The Bison men's squad put the game out of reach with a 16-5 run to start the second half, ultimately cruising to a 77-47 victory over the struggling Hawks, who have now lost five consecutive MEAC games.

"This sweep was a crucial statement for our programs, both on the court and in the HBCU community. We're here to compete at the highest level and prove that Howard basketball is a force to be reckoned with in the MEAC."

The Howard Bison's dominant performance in this MEAC showdown serves as a powerful reminder of the talent and determination that exists within HBCU athletic programs. As the premier online community for HBCU alumni and supporters, HBCUConnect.com is thrilled to spotlight the resilience and excellence of these student-athletes, who continue to inspire and uplift the entire HBCU community.

Originally reported by HBCU Sports.