The University of San Francisco women's basketball will return to action on Friday at 2:00 p.m. and will host William Jessup.  The game between the Dons and Warriors is the first ever matchup between the program that hails from Rocklin, Calif.  Friday's game will be streamed on The WCC Network with George Devine handling the play-by-play duties.
 
GAME 5 INFORMATION
Date/Time: Dec. 18 – 2:00 p.m.  
Opponent: William Jessup (2-5, 0-0 GSAC, NAIA Division I)
Site: War Memorial at the Sobrato Center
Stream:  WCC Network
Audio:  None
Talent: George Devine
Live Stats: USFDons.com


USF AT A GLANCE
LAST TIME OUT
The Dons pulled even at 2≠2 on the year following a thrilling 102-93 double overtime win over visiting Fresno State.  The Dons eclipsed the 100 point plateau for the fifth time in program history and first time since 2007.  Three players finished with 20 points, led by Lucia Hoskova's game-high 24, she was joined by Ioanna Krimili (22) and Marta Galic (20).  Galic's triple at the end of regulation sent the game into the first overtime.
 
KRIMILI SWEEPS PLAYER OF THE WEEK HONORS
The Dons' sharp shooter took home both the WCC UCU Player and Freshman of the Week honors this week.  It is the second consecutive week she has been named the Freshman of the Week.  It is also her first career Player of the Week honor.  Krimili was the guiding force behind the Dons 2-0 week, which included wins over Cal on the road and a double overtime thriller against Fresno State at home. For the week, Krimili averaged 24.0 points per game, while shooting 42.4% from the field and 40% from 3-point range.
 
OFFENSE/DEFENSE
The Dons offense is averaging 81.0 points per game which ranks 38th in the nation.  On defense, USF is allowing 81.5 points per game which ranks 292nd in the nation.  USF has four players averaging in double figures led by Ioanna Krimili's 24.3 points per game.  Behind her is Amalie Langer (11.3), Lucie Hoskova (10.8) and Marta Galic (10.3).
 
A WIN WOULD MEAN...
• The Dons extend their winning-streak to three games.  The last three-game winning streak came at the end of last season Feb. 22-29 when the Dons defeated conference rivals BYU, Pacific, and Saint Mary's in order.
• Improve the Dons to 3-2 on the season.
• USF will improve to 56-73 under Goodenbour.
• Improve to 2≠0 at home this year.
• USF would improve to 3-1 in December this season and 17≠13 in December in the Goodenbour era.
 
WHEN REGULATION JUST ISN'T ENOUGH
With the win over Fresno State the Dons improved to 2-3 in overtime games in the Goodenbour era.  All-time USF is 22≠25 in games that need extra time. The most common opponent, Santa Clara - with 10 overtime contests.  Followed by Cal and then Fresno State.
 
THE SERIES
This will be the first ever matchup between the Dons and William Jessup.  The Warriors are members of the Golden State Athletic Conference in the NAIA.
 
SCOUTING REPORT: WILLIAM JESSUP
The Warriors are 2-5 on the year and in the midst of a brutal travel schedule that has seen the squad play six games in 11 days and traveled well over 2,000 miles.  As a team, Williams Jessup is averaging 61.3 points per game while shooting 34.8 percent from the field.  Their opponents are averaging 64.6 points per game and shooting 36.2 percent from the field.  Leading the Warriors in scoring is 6-3 center Miranda Zaragoza who is averaging 10.29 points per game.