The Mount Union Women's basketball team is led by senior captains Hailey Haywood, Ali Hudik, and Dae Dae Nash. The seniors are ready to take on their last season as a Purple Raider and go out with a bang. The Raiders had an overall record of 10-16 in the 2023-2024 season and hope to improve their record this season. “Staying consistent with taking care of our bodies and continuing to support and strengthen our chemistry,” is what Hudik said will contribute to the team's success this upcoming season.
This team is eager to make it into the playoffs and bring home an OAC Championship this year. “My goals for the team are to be over .500 and make it past the first round of playoffs,” said Hudik. During the 2023-2024 season, Elizabeth Mason was named freshman of the year. Dae Dae Nash was recognized with Honorable Mention All-OAC. With returning talent and new additions the team is ready for a successful season. “My goal for the team is to be the 2024-2025 OAC Champions,” said Haywood.
Entering their final seasons as Raiders, Haywood and Hudik are ready to make the most of it. Haywood said, “In my final season I am most looking forward to stepping on the court each time with my teammates while making more memories as a Raider off the court.” A final season of any collegiate sport is a time to leave it all out there and make the most memories with your teammates. “I am looking forward to finalizing my basketball career with my closest friends and creating more memories. I also look forward to watching my teammates grow on and off the court, especially those who are facing adversity,” said Hudik. Haywood and Hudik are leaders on and off the court and will leave a lasting impact on the Mount Union Women's Basketball program. Haywood leaves a final statement to future Mount Union Basketball players: “Enjoy every moment you can on and off the court. You’ll never be in the same moment as you are now, cherish every day!” Hudik also wants future Raiders to know: “Make the most of each day. Don’t focus on comparing yourself to someone else. Your role is not who you are and it does not define you, it is what your team needs of you to win and is not a limitation”
The Raiders home opener will be on November 9th, 2024 in Timken Gymnasium at 5p.m. Come cheer on Haywood, Hudik, and the rest of the women's basketball team this season!

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