BALTIMORE — Loyola opened its 2026-27 women's basketball season in convincing fashion Monday night, topping Notre Dame of Maryland, 76-30, at Reitz Arena.
Five players scored in double figures tonight, which is the first time since January 13, 2025 against American.
The Greyhounds (1-0) established control early, building an 18-9 lead after the first quarter before extending their advantage to 28-16 at halftime. Loyola took command in the third quarter, outscoring the Gators 22-9 to carry a 50-25 advantage into the final period.
Loyola continued to pour it on in the fourth quarter, scoring 26 points while limiting Notre Dame of Maryland to just five to secure the 46-point victory.
Tyler Edwards led the Greyhounds with 12 points, shooting 5-for-9 from the field while adding six rebounds. Amandine Amorich, Aidan Langley, Takeira Ramey, and Olivia Shaughnessy each reached double figures.
Edwards provided an early spark, scoring six points in the opening quarter as Loyola established its first-half advantage. Ramey added 10 points on 4-for-6 shooting, while Amorich finished with 11 points, a career-best eight rebounds, and four assists.
Langley also contributed 11 points on 5-for-8 shooting, and Shaughnessy added 10 points, including a pair of 3-pointers. Avery Simmons chipped in six points and eight rebounds off the bench.
Loyola's defensive pressure proved particularly difficult for the Gators throughout the night. The Greyhounds forced 24 turnovers and converted them into transition opportunities, finishing with 25 fast-break points. Loyola also dominated inside, holding a 46-8 advantage in points in the paint.
The Greyhounds controlled the glass as well, outrebounding Notre Dame of Maryland, 44-23, while shooting 50% (31-for-62) from the field.
Madison Simmons led the Gators with 10 points.
Loyola will hit the road this weekend, as they travel to Philadelphia to face La Salle.
