Maryland women’s basketball won its fifth straight game Saturday, knocking off Akron on the road, 75-54.
Kristen Confroy grew up 30 miles from Akron in Solon, Ohio, and had an outstanding game in front of friends and family, finishing with a season-high 23 points. Kaila Charles matched Confroy’s scoring output and added 14 rebounds.
Maryland was dominant in the first quarter, doing almost everything it wanted. The Terps were able to find good shots on offense, run in transition, and make Akron uncomfortable on the other end of the floor. Maryland shot 56 percent from the field compared to just 17 percent for Akron, and the Terps led 24-6 after one period.