Episode 817: UMES Women’s Basketball Coach Malikah Willis Talks Season Start & MEAC Outlook | HBCU Corner

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In this episode of HBCU Corner, Wole sits down with University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) women’s basketball head coach Malikah Willis for an in-depth conversation about the Hawks’ 2025–26 season.

Coach Willis discusses UMES’s 7–10 start to the season and breaks down key non-conference matchups, including losses to the University of Pennsylvania and Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) at the FDU Christmas Classic. Against Penn, UMES faced early foul trouble and a fast offensive start that created challenges throughout the game.

At the FDU Christmas Classic, the Hawks encountered a difficult first half but showed resilience after halftime. Brianna Barnes led UMES with 20 points and earned all-tournament honors, highlighting individual growth and competitive effort despite the final result.

The conversation also focuses on the opening of Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) play, team development, and expectations moving forward. The Hawks continue conference action on Saturday, January 3, 2026, when they face Morgan State.

📌 Topics Covered:

• UMES women’s basketball season overview

• FDU Christmas Classic recap

• Breakdown of Penn and FDU matchups

• MEAC conference outlook

• Leadership and vision from Coach Malikah Willis

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