COLUMBIA, MD – The Howard Community College women's basketball team opened its 2026-27 campaign with an impressive 84-22 victory over Tidewater Community College on Friday afternoon. The win gives new head coach Danielle Durjan her first career victory as a head coach, starting her coaching career out with a convincing result.
The Dragons set the tone early, jumping out to a 25-5 lead after the first quarter. Howard continued to build its advantage in the second quarter, outscoring Tidewater 24-11 to take a commanding 49-16 lead into halftime. The full court press and the fast paced offense by the Dragons kept their opponents from ever getting a rhythm in the game.
Howard's offense remained productive throughout the contest, while its defensive pressure limited Tidewater to just six points over the final two quarters. The Dragons held the visitors to just one point in the fourth quarter, completing a dominant defensive performance.The Dragons closed the game with a 26-1 advantage in the fourth quarter
Daniya Brown led the Dragons with 18 points, knocking down four 3-pointers while adding six assists and three steals. Dallis Stewart contributed 13 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals.
Quinn Corkeron added eight points, including a 3-pointer, while Soraya Ogaldez contributed to the defensive effort with a strong all-around performance. The Dragons also received valuable production from their bench, which accounted for 40 points in showing off the depth of this Dragons squad..
Howard finished the afternoon shooting 42.1 percent from the field and connected on nine 3-pointers. The Dragons also controlled the glass with 47 rebounds and forced 21 steals, turning defensive pressure into 32 points off turnovers.
With the season opening victory, Howard improves to 1-0 on the season. They will stay at home to take on a strong Monroe Community College team on Sunday, November 1 with a 12 PM tip-off.
