This November feels a lot more like March for the 24th-ranked University of Miami women’s basketball team. While most teams are starting their seasons with ho-hum non-conference games, the Hurricanes play against No. 19 Marquette in the Preseason WNIT semifinal Thursday night at the Watsco Center.
Both teams are 3-0.
Marquette is a high-octane team that is averaging 97.7 points; and the game has added meaning because the Golden Eagles are coached by Carolyn Kieger, who was an assistant under UM coach Katie Meier for six seasons. Much of her staff also has Miami ties.
“Marquette can score in bunches and may be one of the best teams we play all season,” Meier said.