Fairleigh Dickinson seeks to end five-game road skid against Fordham

In Newark, New Jersey, on December 9, 2024, the Monmouth Hawks face off against the NJIT Highlanders hoping to snap a significant stretch of losses on the road. The Hawks have struggled this season with a record of 3 wins and 6 losses. Their latest series of defeats includes five consecutive losses while playing away from home. Conversely, NJIT holds a record of 2 wins and 8 losses, having won only one of their five home games. With these challenges, both teams are looking for a win to turn their seasons around. As the game approaches, Monmouth has displayed difficulties offensively, averaging 68.1 points allowed per game while shooting 39.1% from the field. Similarly, NJIT averages slightly better at 69.3 points scored, but has a comparable percentage of 40.7% shooting allowed by their opponents. This matchup marks the first encounter between the two teams in the current season, which adds to the anticipation of how the teams will perform against each other. Notable players to watch include Alejandra Zuniga from NJIT, who is leading her team with an impressive average of 18.7 points, while Damaris Rodriguez leads Monmouth, scoring 13.9 points per game. This context sets the stage for what many hope will be a competitive matchup. Fans and analysts alike will be keenly observing whether Monmouth can find their rhythm and end the road skid against NJIT, or if NJIT will capitalize on their home advantage to claim victory. The significance of breaking the streak is crucial for Monmouth's morale, as players and coaches recognize the mental toll that continuous losses can take on a team. The absence of winning can discourage players, affect team dynamics, and pave the way to a downward spiral. The urgency to win becomes apparent, especially in the context of building confidence and stepping up in future matches.