Raptors Clamp Down on Howard CC for 56–44 Road Win

Columbia, MD - The Montgomery College women's basketball team turned in a strong defensive effort on the road, holding Howard Community College to just 44 points in a 56–44 victory. The Raptors set the tone early, weathered a second-quarter push, and closed the game with composure behind active defense and balanced scoring.

• First Quarter: Montgomery jumped out to an early lead, limiting Howard to just four points while building an 18–4 advantage through defensive pressure and transition opportunities.

• Second Quarter: Howard responded with a stronger offensive stretch, but the Raptors stayed steady and carried a 32–23 lead into halftime.

• Third Quarter: Both teams traded stops in a physical quarter, with Montgomery maintaining control behind disciplined defense.

• Fourth Quarter: The Raptors finished the job by holding Howard to nine points and closing out the 56–44 win.

Standout Performers

• Imani Dennis — 19 points, 5 steals, 3 assists; led the offense and sparked the defense throughout the night.

• Tiana Carey — 16 points, 5 steals, 5 rebounds; delivered a strong two-way performance.

• Sanai Massenburg — 7 points, 3 assists, 2 blocks; contributed on both ends and helped anchor the defense.

Montgomery forced 19 steals and controlled the tempo from start to finish, earning a complete team win on the road.