ETSU captures third consecutive Commissioner’s Cup

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (May 29, 2018) -- For the third consecutive year and fourth time in program history, the ETSU men’s athletics program was awarded the Southern Conference Commissioner’s Cup, which is the all-sport trophy that is presented to the conference’s best all-around men’s program.


Buccaneer Women’s Basketball Welcomes Lexus Spears

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (April 27, 2018) – On Friday, ETSU women’s basketball head coach Brittney Ezell announced the addition of graduate transfer Lexus Spears (Jacksonville, Fla.) to the 2018-19 roster. Spears is a 6’2” forward from Jacksonville, Fla., transferring from Morgan State.


Women’s Hoops announces addition of transfer Kacie Fountain

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (April 26, 2018) – On Thursday, ETSU women’s basketball head coach Brittney Ezell announced the addition of transfer Kacie Fountain (Walker, La.) to the 2018-19 roster. Fountain is a 5’7” guard from Walker, La.


Fifth annual Game Time Tour schedule announced

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (April 25, 2018) – The ETSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced Wednesday that it will embark on its fifth annual Game Time Tour beginning May 15, with four stops planned throughout Northeast Tennessee.


Women’s basketball adds transfer Taisha Murphy

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (April 19, 2018) – On Thursday, ETSU women’s basketball head coach Brittney Ezell announced the signing of Richmond transfer Taisha Murphy (Clayton, N.C.) to the Buccaneer roster.


ETSU Athletics to hold second annual Legacy Day April 11th

For the second straight year, the ETSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will launch a special day of giving in support of Buccaneer student-athletes on Wednesday, April 11th.


Tarter invited to ProHoops Combine in Columbus, Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio. (March 30, 2018) – Senior guard Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) will participate in the 2018 ProHoops Combine in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, March 31.


Ezell announces summer camp information

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (March 21, 2018) – ETSU women’s basketball coach Brittney Ezell announced Wednesday information regarding her summer basketball camps later this year.


Comeback bid falls short in postseason game at JMU

HARRISONBURG, Va. (March 15, 2018) – The ETSU women’s basketball team concluded their 2017-18 campaign on Thursday night at James Madison University in the first round of the WNIT. The Bucs got within four after falling behind with a 14-point deficit. ETSU concludes their season with a 20-13 record, as JMU moves on to host Radford in the second round of the WNIT.


Bucs set to play JMU in first round of WNIT

HARRISONBURG, Va. (March 14, 2018) – The ETSU women’s basketball team gears up for their first WNIT game against the James Madison Dukes. The game is set for 7:05 p.m. inside JMU’s Convocation Center.


Women’s basketball earns automatic bid to the WNIT

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (March 12, 2018) – On Monday night, the ETSU women’s basketball team was officially named one of the 32 automatic qualifiers for the 2018 Women’s National Invitational Postseason Tournament (WNIT). The Bucs will travel to Harrisonburg, Va. to take on the James Madison Dukes. The game is set for Thursday, March 15 with a 7:00 p.m. tip-off.


Tarter named February SoCon Player of the Month

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (March 8, 2018) – Senior guard Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) has been named the SoCon Player of the Month for the month of February, as selected by the league office on Thursday afternoon.


ETSU falls to No. 25 Mercer in SoCon Championship

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (March 4, 2018) – The ETSU women’s basketball team fell to No. 25 ranked Mercer Bears in the Southern Conference Championship game. The Bucs fell 68-53 to end their season 20-12, as Mercer finished their season with an overall record of 30-2. Erica Haynes-Overton and Tianna Tarter were named to the All-Tournament First Team.


Stage set for SoCon championship showdown vs. Mercer

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (March 3, 2018) – The top two teams in the Southern Conference will square off on Sunday, March 4 at noon. The No. 2 seed ETSU women’s basketball team faces the No. 1 Mercer Bears in the SoCon Championship final inside the U.S. Cellular Center. The game will be broadcasted live on ESPN3.


Tarter’s jumper carries Bucs to SoCon Championship game

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (March 2, 2018) – With the Bucs down by one, Tianna Tarter hit the biggest shot of the game with 23 seconds left, to give ETSU the lead to help the Bucs move on to the Southern Conference Championship. ETSU will play No. 25 ranked Mercer and the No. 1 seed in the conference this Sunday, March 4 at noon.


Strong second quarter propels Bucs past Wofford, 78-64

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (March 1, 2018) – A dominant 30-point second quarter propelled No. 2 seed ETSU past No. 7 Wofford on Thursday night inside the U.S. Cellular Center. With a 78- 64 win over the Terriers, ETSU advances to the semifinals for the first time since the 2014-2015 season. The Bucs will play No. 6 UNCG tomorrow at 1:15 p.m. in the semifinals.


ETSU begins SoCon Tournament Thursday vs. Wofford

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Feb. 28, 2018) – The quest for an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament begins for the ETSU women’s basketball team on Thursday. The Buccaneers head to the 2018 Southern Conference Tournament as the No. 2 seed and will square off with the No. 7 seed Wofford. Tip-off is set for March 1 at 3:30 p.m. inside the U.S. Cellular Center in Asheville, N.C.


Haynes-Overton highlights SoCon Postseason Awards

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Feb. 25, 2018) – The Southern Conference announced its postseason awards on Tuesday afternoon, as three Bucs were recognized by the league office.


SoCon Women’s Basketball Tournament: What ETSU fans need to know

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Feb. 26, 2018) – The ETSU women’s basketball team heads to the 2018 Southern Conference Tournament in Asheville, N.C. at the U.S. Cellular Center with an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament on the line.


Bucs fall to No. 25 Mercer in regular season finale

MACON, Ga. (Feb. 24, 2018) – The ETSU women’s basketball team concluded their regular season today in Macon, Ga. The Bucs fell 63-48 to the No. 25 Mercer Bears on Saturday afternoon in Hawkins Arena. Mercer finishes their season with an overall record of 26-2 and went a perfect 13-0 in conference action. ETSU drops to 18-11 and 11-3 in the SoCon, but will still remain as the No. 2 seed, as they head into the conference tournament next week.


ETSU concludes regular season Saturday at Mercer

MACON, Ga. (Feb. 23, 2018) – ETSU will wrap up their regular season when they take on the Mercer Bears this Saturday, Feb. 24 at 2:00 p.m. The top two teams in the conference will go head to head inside Hawkins Arena.


Bucs give Ezell 200th win; Top Samford 64-52

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Feb. 22, 2018) The ETSU women’s basketball team outlasted the Samford Bulldogs 64-52 on the road to improve to 11-2 in the conference. The team also gave Coach Ezell her 200th career win.


ETSU begins final road weekend at Samford

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Feb. 21, 2018) -- The ETSU women’s basketball team will begin their final road trip of the season, when they travel to Birmingham, Ala. to take on the Samford Bulldogs on Thursday, Feb. 22.


Haynes-Overton named Player of the Week

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Feb. 20, 2018) – Freshman guard Erica Haynes-Overton (Nashville, Tenn.) was named the SoCon Women’s Basketball Player of the Week, as announced by the conference office Tuesday afternoon.


ETSU caps off Senior Day with 56-46 win against Furman

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Feb. 17, 2018) -- With 2:40 left in play, Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) drove to the hoop, made the layup and was fouled. She made the free throw to become ETSU’s all-time career free throw leader. Prior to the game, ETSU’s three seniors; Shy Copney (Johnson City, Tenn.), Malloree Schurr (Montgomery, Texas), and Tianna Tarter were honored. The three were able to celebrate their special day with a 56-46 win over Furman, improving to 17-10 overall and 10-2 in the SoCon. Furman dropped to 16-12 and 6-7 in the SoCon.


ETSU set to celebrate Senior Day Saturday vs. Furman

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Feb. 16, 2018) In the final home game of the regular season, the ETSU women’s basketball team will host the Furman Paladins on Saturday, Feb. 17 at 2:00 p.m. inside Brooks Gym.


Four Bucs finish in double figures, as Bucs cruise past Wofford

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Feb. 15, 2018) With a loud and excited crowd filled with elementary school students, Brooks Gym was a fun environment for the Bucs to play in. ETSU cruised past Wofford, 82-53 in a 29-point victory on Thursday morning to improve to 16-10 and 9-2 in the SoCon, as the Terriers fall to 10-17 and 3-9 in the SoCon.


Bucs welcome Wofford Thursday for Education Day

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Feb. 14, 2018) – After finishing off their longest conference road schedule, the Bucs have returned to Johnson City to host the Wofford Terriers for Education Day.


Tarter named College Sports Madness SoCon Player of the Week

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Feb. 12, 2018) -- Senior Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) was named the College Sports Madness Player of the Week for the SoCon, for her outstanding performance against UTC.


Dominant fourth quarter propels Bucs past Mocs, 61-55

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Feb. 10, 2018) After being behind by 16, ETSU’s fourth quarter surge lifted them past the Mocs to earn a six-point win, 61-55. The Bucs outscored the Mocs 21-8 in the fourth quarter. ETSU now improves to 15-10 and 8-2 in the SoCon, while UTC drops to 15-9 and 6-4 in the SoCon.


ETSU concludes road swing with Chattanooga on Saturday

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (Feb. 9, 2018) – ETSU will wrap up their three-game road swing with conference rival Chattanooga on Saturday, Feb. 10, inside McKenzie Arena. Tip-off is set for 2:00 p.m.


Seniors lead the way as Bucs cruise past Catamounts

CULLOWHEE, N.C. (Feb. 3, 2018) ETSU’s seniors made a great impact on tonight’s 76-46 win over Western Carolina on Saturday night inside the Ramsey Center. The seniors all finished in double figures, as the Bucs improved to 7-2 in conference play, while the Catamounts fell to 0-9.


ETSU eager to bounce back against Western Carolina

CULLOWHEE, N.C. (Feb. 2, 2018) -- The ESTU women’s basketball team continues their North Carolina road swing, as they travel to Cullowhee, N.C. to take on the Western Carolina Catamounts. The game is set for 5:00 p.m. inside the Ramsey Center.


Bucs come up short on the road; fall 65-61 to UNCG

GREENSBORO, N.C. (Feb. 1, 2018) –In their second showdown of the season, ETSU came up short against UNCG 65-61 on the road. The Bucs fall to 6-2 in conference play, as the Spartans improve to 4-4.


Bucs hit the road to take on UNCG on Thursday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 31, 2018) -- After enjoying two home games inside Brooks Gym, the ETSU women’s basketball team will hit the road for three consecutive games. They begin with UNCG on Thursday, Feb. 1 in Greensboro, N.C. with tip-off set for 5:30 p.m.


Tarter tabbed SoCon Player of the Week

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Jan. 30, 2018)-- Senior guard Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) was named the Southern Conference Player of the Week, as announced by the conference office Tuesday afternoon.


Tarter ties season-high as Bucs cruise past Samford

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 27, 2018) – Behind Tianna Tarter’s (Johnson City, Tenn.) dominating performance of 33 points, ETSU cruised past the Samford Bulldogs, 76-48 on Saturday afternoon in Brooks Gym. The Bucs now improve to 13-9 and 6-1 in conference play, as the Bulldogs drop to 10-12 and 2-5 in the SoCon.


Bucs to end brief homestand Saturday against Samford

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 26, 2018) – Despite Thursday night’s loss against SoCon favorite Mercer, the Bucs get right back on the court on Saturday to host Samford for Fan Appreciation Day. Tip-off is set for 2:00 p.m. inside Brooks Gym. Both teams are coming off losses and are eager to get a win.


Bucs fall to Mercer in SoCon battle of unbeatens

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 25, 2018) -- In a highly anticipated matchup, the ETSU Buccaneers fell to preseason favorite Mercer, 85-65 in round one of the series. ETSU falls to 12-9 and 5-1 in conference play, as Mercer extends their win streak to 16 and remains undefeated in the conference.


Women’s Hoops hosts Mercer on Thursday for Battle of Unbeatens

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 24, 2018) -- The ETSU women’s basketball team will host the Mercer Bears on Thursday, Jan. 25 inside Brooks Gym. Tip-off is set for 7:00 p.m. as the top two teams in the conference will battle to remain unbeaten.


Haynes-Overton named Madness SoCon Women’s Basketball Player of the Week

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 22, 2018)-- Freshman guard Erica Haynes-Overton (Nashville, Tenn.) has been named the College Sports Madness SoCon Women’s Basketball Player of the Week, for her exceptional performance during this past week’s action.


ETSU remains unbeaten with 61-58 win over Wofford

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Jan. 20, 2018) -- With 7.3 seconds remaining and a three-point lead, Wofford inbounded the ball to set up a three point shot to tie the game, but Britney Snowden (Pensacola, Fla.) jumped up and slammed the ball down to help the Bucs secure a 61-58 win. ETSU improves to 12-8 overall and 5-0 in the conference. Including today’s win and with their win on the road against Furman on Thursday, the ETSU Women’s Basketball team capped off a South Carolina road sweep.


Women’s Basketball looks to stay unbeaten at Wofford on Saturday

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Jan. 19, 2018) -- After picking up a win against Furman on Thursday, the Bucs continue to play in the state of South Carolina, as they take on the Wofford Terriers on Saturday, Jan. 20 inside Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium. The Bucs are eager to pick up their fifth straight conference win.


Bucs extend streak in road win over Furman

GREENVILLE, S.C. (Jan. 18, 2018) -- A 23-5 run midway through the game sparked a 14-point lead, giving ETSU its fourth straight conference win to remain undefeated in the conference with a 69-57 win over Furman in Greenville, S.C. Erica Haynes-Overton (Nashville, Tenn.) recorded a team-high of 24 points, while adding four steals. Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) also scored in double figures with 18 and had seven assists.


Basketball to play doubleheader at Furman on Thursday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 17, 2018) --  Due to inclement weather hitting the southeast region, Wednesday’s ETSU women’s basketball game at Furman has been postponed to Thursday, Jan. 18.


Women’s Basketball hits the road to take on Furman on Wednesday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 16, 2018) -- For the first time in 2018, the Bucs will travel for their first conference road game of the season. ETSU travels to Furman on Wednesday, Jan. 17 with a tip-off time set for 7:00 p.m. The Bucs are looking to stay undefeated in the conference.


Bucs outlast Chattanooga in monumental victory

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 12, 2018) -- In a game that saw the score tied seven different times, the Bucs put together a strong fourth quarter effort to outlast the Chattanooga Mocs 65-58 and snap a ten-game losing streak to their in-state rival. ETSU now moves to 3-0 in conference action to continue a four-game win streak.


“WHITE OUT” Awaits as ETSU Hosts Chattanooga on Friday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 11, 2018) -- In ETSU’s last home game of their longest six-game home stand, the ETSU Women’s Basketball team is set to host defending Southern Conference champion Chattanooga, on Friday, Jan. 12, at 7:00 p.m. inside Brooks Gym.


Things to Know for this weekend’s hoops action

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 10, 2018) -- With three important Southern Conference games in men's and women's basketball set for this weekend, the ETSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has provided the following “things to know” as fans plan their trips to both Freedom Hall and Brooks Gym.


Copney and Haynes-Overton Lift Bucs Past UNCG, 60-52

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 6, 2018) -- Shy Copney (Johnson City, Tenn.) and Erica Haynes-Overton (Nashville, Tenn.) lifted the Bucs past UNCG on Saturday afternoon with a 60-52 win. ETSU is now 2-0 in conference play and one of three teams undefeated in the conference, alongside Mercer and Chattanooga. The Bucs also improved to 6-2 at home following a three-game win streak.


ETSU Readies for UNCG on Saturday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 5, 2018) -- After coming off a 66-50 conference opening win against Western Carolina on Thursday night, the Bucs are looking to continue that momentum on Saturday, Jan. 6 when they host UNCG. Tip-off is set for 2:00 p.m. inside Brooks Gym.


ETSU Downs Western Carolina 66-50 in Conference Opener

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 4, 2018) -- ESTU kicked off Southern Conference play with a 66-50 win over Western Carolina on Thursday night inside Brooks Gym. The Bucs now improve to 8-8 overall and 1-0 in conference action. This is now their third of five conference opening wins.


Tarter Selected as Candidate for Senior CLASS Award

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 4, 2018) -- Senior Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) has been selected as one of 30 candidates for the 2017-18 Senior CLASS Award in collegiate basketball.


Bucs Host Western Carolina on Thursday for SoCon Opener

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Jan. 3, 2018) The ETSU women’s basketball team begins Southern Conference play on Thursday, as the Buccaneers host Western Carolina at 7:00 p.m. inside Brooks Gym. It’s the first of three straight home games to begin SoCon play for the Bucs.


Haynes-Overton Sets New Career Best as ETSU Races Past North Greenville, 90-67

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 29, 2017) After returning to Brooks Gym following the holiday, the Bucs got back in action against North Greenville on Friday night. ETSU snapped a four game losing streak with a dominant 90-67 win to improve to 7-8 on the season before heading into conference play.


Women’s Basketball to Host North Greenville in Non-Conference Finale

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 28, 2017) -- After enjoying the holiday break, the Bucs will return to action to host North Greenville in one final non-conference matchup to end the year. The game is set for Friday at 6:00 p.m. inside Brooks Gym.


Late Surge Pushes Northern Kentucky Past Bucs

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 22, 2017) After an ETSU 15-point lead, Northern Kentucky fought back in the second half to secure their second win of the season, 57-45. Despite the loss, senior Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) moved into sixth place in ETSU’s career scoring as she finished with 11 points and now has 1,576 career points.


Bucs welcome Northern Kentucky on Friday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 21, 2017) -- After playing in front of a packed crowd in a tough battle with Michigan State, the Bucs continue their six-game home stand when they face off against Northern Kentucky on Friday, Dec. 22. The game is set for 2:00 p.m., with the ETSU men’s basketball team squaring off against Georgia Southern inside Freedom Hall.


Things to Know for Friday’s hoops doubleheader

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 20, 2017) -- This Friday, the ETSU men's and women's basketball teams will be part of a unique, doubleheader day of hoops, as the women's team hosts Northern Kentucky at 2 p.m. inside Brooks Gym, followed by the men’s team hosting Georgia Southern at 7 p.m. inside Freedom Hall.


Bucs fall in overtime battle to Michigan State, 83-74

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 16, 2017) -- With 12 seconds remaining on the clock, Malloree Schurr (Montgomery, Texas) inbounded the ball to Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) at mid-court. Tarter dribbled at the top of the three-point line before driving to the hoop through a herd of Michigan State players and tossing up a shot with one second left on the clock.


"Gold Out" awaits as ETSU hosts Michigan State

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 15, 2017) -- After a strenuous, seven-game road swing, the ETSU women’s basketball team will return to the friendly confines of Brooks Gym Saturday, Dec. 16 for its "Gold Out" game vs. Michigan State at 7 p.m.


Bucs put up strong fight, but come up short against NC State, 70-58

RALEIGH, N.C. (Dec. 14, 2017) -- Three Buccaneers scored in double figures as the Bucs battled, but came up short against NC State inside Reynolds Coliseum on Thursday evening. After being down by 21 points, ETSU’s tenacious defense brought them within four. ETSU out-rebounded the Wolfpack and finished with a 70% free throw percentage.


ETSU ends road swing on Thursday at NC State

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 13, 2017) -- The ETSU women’s basketball team will conclude their seven game road swing when they head to Raleigh, N.C. to take on NC State on Thursday. Tip-off is set for 7:00 p.m. inside Reynolds Coliseum.


Three Bucs score in double figures despite falling to Houston

HOUSTON, Texas (Dec. 10, 2017) -- After two back to back road wins, the ETSU Buccaneers (6-5) fell to the Houston Cougars (8-2) on Sunday afternoon inside H&PE Arena. It was ETSU’s longest game of the season, because of the 56 fouls called.


ETSU seeks road victory at Houston on Sunday

HOUSTON, Texas. (Dec. 9 2017) -- The ETSU women’s basketball team travels to the home state of senior Malloree Schurr (Montgomery, Texas) for a Sunday afternoon contest. The Bucs will take on the University of Houston with a tip off time set for 3:00 p.m. (ET).


Women’s Basketball among NCAA stat leaders

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 6, 2017) -- The Bucs are ranked third in the nation in steals and 13th in steals per game.


Haynes-Overton named SoCon Player of the Week

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Dec. 5, 2017) Freshman guard Erica Haynes-Overton (Nashville, Tenn.) has been named the Southern Conference Player of the Week as announced by the conference office Tuesday afternoon.


ETSU forces 30 turnovers in 74-63 win over Winthrop

ROCK HILL, S.C. (Dec. 3, 2017) -- Forcing a season-high 30 turnovers, the ETSU women’s basketball team paced past the Winthrop Eagles in a 74-63 win on Sunday afternoon in Rock Hill, S.C. in a non-conference matchup.


Bucs continue road stint at Winthrop on Sunday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Dec. 2, 2017) -- After coming off an exciting 96-68 win at Murray State, the Bucs will play their fifth consecutive road game on Sunday. ETSU will take on Winthrop for a 2:00 p.m. tip off time.


Haynes-Overton sets record in blowout win

MURRAY, Ky. (Nov. 29, 2017) -- ETSU’s women’s basketball retuned to the win column in emphatic fashion Wednesday night, setting a season high in points and getting a history-making performance in a 96-68 over Murray State in a non-conference game at the CFSB Center in Murray, Ky.


Tarter named to Women’s Citizen Naismith Trophy Preseason Watch List

ATLANTA, Ga. (Nov. 29, 2017) -- Senior guard Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) was named to the Women’s Citizen Naismith Trophy Preseason Watch List as announced by the Atlanta Tipoff Club. Tarter is the only representative from the SoCon. The list will be cut down to 30 on Feb. 12, 2018.


ETSU heads to Murray State for mid-week matchup

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 28, 2017) -- Since returning home from Florida after playing in the 2017 Gulf Coast Showcase, the Bucs hit the road again for a mid-week matchup against the Murray State Racers.


Craig records new career-high in 87-79 loss to Western Michigan

ESTERO, Fla. (Nov. 26, 2017) The Bucs concluded day three of the Gulf Coast Showcase and fell 87-79 to Western Michigan on Sunday morning. This was ETSU’s third meeting against the Broncos since 1982. Sophomore guard Jada Craig (Winston-Salem, N.C.) recorded a new personal best of 11 points.


Bucs come up short against Washington State 80-76

ESTERO, Fla. (Nov. 25, 2017) -- For the first time in program history, the Bucs took on Washington State and came up short, falling 80-76 in day two of the Gulf Coast Showcase. Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) led the Bucs with 28 points, seven rebounds and five assists.


ETSU falls to No. 6 Notre Dame in opening day of Gulf Coast Showcase

ESTERO, Fla. (Nov. 24, 2017) -- On the opening day of the 2017 Gulf Coast Showcase, the Bucs fell to No. 6 Notre Dame 77-46. Notre Dame handed the Bucs their second loss of the season. Both losses have come from top 25 ranked opponents.


ETSU Basketball Thankful For Opportunities

ESTERO, Fla. (Nov. 23, 2017) -- As the ETSU basketball team spends time in Estero, Fla. for Thanksgiving, each player shared what they are thankful for. As a team, the Bucs ware thankful for this opportunity to spend the holiday together and play the sport they all love.


ETSU opens with Notre Dame at Gulf Coast Showcase

ESTERO, Fla. (Nov. 23, 2017) -- For the next five days, the Bucs will enjoy time in the Sunshine State, as they will compete in the 2017 Gulf Coast Showcase in Estero, Fla. ETSU opens up with No. 6/5 ranked Notre Dame on Friday night at 7:30 p.m. inside Germain Arena.


Tarter garners SoCon Player of the Week

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (Nov. 21, 2017) -- Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) was named the Southern Conference Women's Basketball Player of the Week as announced by the conference office Tuesday afternoon.


Tarter named Madness SoCon Women’s Basketball Player of the Week

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 20, 2017) -- Senior guard Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) was named the Madness SoCon Women's Basketball Player of the Week for her tremendous performance in last week's action.


Dynamic duo, Dean’s 3-pointer pace Bucs in win

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 19, 2017) The dynamic guard duo of senior Tianna Tarter (Johnson City) and Erica Haynes-Overton (Nashville) combined to score 54 points, while junior forward Raven Dean (Charlotte, N.C.) connected on a game-deciding 3-pointer with 26 seconds left in regulation, as the ETSU women’s basketball team defeated Duquesne 81-77 in non-conference play Sunday afternoon inside Brooks Gym.


Bucs dominate paint en route to 74-55 victory

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 17, 2017) A strong team effort that saw eight scorers drop at least five points each, combined with a dominant performance in the post, helped ETSU earn its second straight victory with a 74-55 win over Tennessee Tech in Brooks Gym Friday night.


Getting to Know: Erica Haynes-Overton

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


ETSU welcomes Tennessee Tech on Friday, Duquesne on Sunday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 16, 2017) - After playing two road games, the Bucs will host two back to back games inside Brooks Gym. They will welcome Tennessee Tech on Friday, Nov. 17 at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, Nov. 19, they will host Duquesne at 1:00 p.m.


Getting to Know: Alayjah Sherer

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


ETSU downs Appalachian State on the road 70-57

BOONE, N.C. (Nov. 15, 2017) - Stellar free-throw shooting helped the Bucs cruise to a 70-57 win against Appalachian State in ETSU's second road game of the season. The Bucs went 22-28 from the free throw line and forced the Mountaineers to commit 19 turnovers. In the fourth quarter alone, the Bucs shot 93.8% from the free-throw line.


Ezell signs four during early signing period

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 14, 2017) - Head coach Brittney Ezell announced on Tuesday the signings of Amaya Adams (Kansas City, Mo.), Shynia Jackson (Warner Robbins, Ga.), E'Lease Stafford (Lawrence, Kan.), and Kaia Upton (Nashville, Tenn.) to National Letters of Intent to join the program for the 2018-19 season.


Bucs set to take on Appalachian State in mid-week matchup

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 14, 2017) - The ETSU women's basketball team is set to take on Appalachian State on Wednesday, Nov. 15 in Boone, N.C. This will be the 76th matchup between the two teams and the fifth matchup for head coach Brittney Ezell.


Getting to Know: Raven Dean

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Bucs fall to No. 14 Tennessee in road opener

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Nov. 12, 2017) – Facing the No. 14 ranked team in the country, the ETSU women’s basketball team battled, but fell to the Lady Vols 87-49 inside the Thompson-Boling Arena on Sunday afternoon.


Getting to Know: Jada Craig

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Bucs hit the road to take on No. 14 Tennessee on Sunday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 11, 2017) – The Bucs hit the road for the first time this season when they square off against No. 14 Tennessee Lady Vols on Sunday inside the Thompson-Boling Arena.


Bucs’ second half surge fuels 87-77 win over Cincinnati

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 10, 2017) – With a loud and packed crowd inside Brooks Gym, the ETSU women’s basketball team picked up an 87-77 win over Cincinnati on the opening night of basketball. An 11-0 run in the third quarter helped the Bucs pick up their fourth straight season opening win.


Getting to Know: Anajae Stephney

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Women’s basketball hosts Cincinnati for season opener

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 9, 2017) – The 2017-18 campaign for the ETSU women’s basketball team officially begins on Friday, Nov. 10, as the Bucs host Cincinnati inside Brooks Gym for their season opener.


Getting to Know: Sadasia Tipps

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Tarter named to 2018 Nancy Lieberman Watch List

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (Nov. 6, 2017) – Senior guard Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) has been named to the 2018 Nancy Lieberman Watch List Award. Tarter is one of the 20 watch list candidates the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced today.


Getting to Know: Carley Lytton

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Getting to Know: Micah Scheetz

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Bluenanza officially tips off 2017-18 season

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 2, 2017) – ETSU Buccaneer fans welcomed the 2017-18 basketball season Thursday night, as both the men’s and women’s programs hosted the annual Bluenanza hoops celebration presented by Cates Music Center inside Freedom Hall.


Getting to Know: Malloree Schurr

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Women’s basketball to host open practice Saturday morning

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Nov. 1, 2017) –ETSU fans are reminded that the ETSU women’s basketball team will hold an open practice on Saturday morning inside Brooks Gym at 9:00 a.m.


Getting to Know: Britney Snowden

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Bluenanza presented by Cates Music Center set for Thursday

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Oct. 30, 2017) – The ETSU men’s and women’s basketball programs will host their annual preseason hoops celebration “Bluenanza” presented by Cates Music Center Thursday night, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. inside Freedom Hall.


Getting to Know: Shy Copney

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Getting to Know: Tianna Tarter

As ETSU fans welcome the start of the 2017-18 basketball season throughout the next month, the Buccaneer Sports Network will be producing daily “one-on-one” interviews with members of both the ETSU men’s and women’s basketball teams


Bucs picked fourth by coaches, third by media in SoCon Preseason Polls

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (October 25, 2017) – On Wednesday, the Southern Conference announced its 2017-18 preseason all-conference team, with senior Tianna Tarter (Johnson City, Tenn.) earning her third straight recognition to represent ETSU.


A letter to the Buccaneer family

How ’bout them Bucs!


Ezell adds Johnson City native, Shy Copney to 2017-2018 roster

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (October 21, 2017) – Head coach Brittney Ezell has announced the signing of graduate transfer Shy Copney (Johnson City, Tenn.) to join the 2017-2018 squad.


Basketball preseason event schedule announced

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Oct. 16, 2017) – With basketball season fast approaching, the ETSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced Monday a schedule of preseason hype events involving both the men’s and women’s basketball teams.


Women’s basketball excited to get 2017-18 rolling

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (October 1, 2017) – Heading into her fifth season as head coach of the ETSU women’s basketball program, Brittney Ezell addressed her team with her vision and goals for the upcoming 2017-18 season.


Season tickets for ETSU basketball on sale now

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Sept. 18, 2017) – The ETSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced on Monday that season tickets for both the 2017-18 men’s and women’s basketball seasons are now available for purchase.


ETSU Women’s Basketball team visits Towne Acres Elementary School

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (September 15, 2017) – The ETSU Women’s Basketball team visited the Towne Acres Elementary School in Johnson City, Tenn. The team spent some time with local kindergarteners and first graders.


Coach Ezell to speak at IDEAcademy

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (September 8, 2017) – Head coach Brittney Ezell is one of ten guests to speak at the IDEAcademy events on Monday, September 11 and Tuesday, September 12. Eastern and ETSU College of Business and Technology hosts this free series of unique talks from people with various backgrounds from a wide range of disciplines and industries.


ETSU athletics launches new “Buc Photo Store”

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Sept. 5, 2017) – The ETSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics announced Tuesday a new service available through the Buccaneers’ athletic communications office, as the Buc Photo Store will provide fans with an opportunity to own their favorite ETSU athletic moments.


Women’s basketball releases 2017-18 schedule

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (August 28, 2017) – ETSU Women’s Basketball and fifth year head coach Brittney Ezell released the team’s 2017-18 schedule on Monday. The schedule features 30 total games, one tournament and 13 home games inside Brooks Gym.


Bucs set to play Notre Dame in 2017 Gulf Coast Showcase

ESTERO, Fla. (August 25, 2017) – The 2017 Gulf Showcase bracket has been announced as the ETSU Buccaneers will play Notre Dame in the first round of the tournament. The game is set for Friday, Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Germain Arena.


Scott Carter to be named new ETSU AD in September

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Aug. 22, 2017) – ETSU President Dr. Brian Noland announced Tuesday a transition plan for the leadership of the Buccaneers’ Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, as former ETSU football standout and current Senior Associate Athletic Director/Chief Operating Officer Scott Carter will assume the role of director of intercollegiate athletics in September.


Bridges and Rodriguez sign professional contracts overseas

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (August 4, 2017) – Former ETSU women’s basketball players, Shamauria Bridges (Miramar, Fla.) and Yamile Rodriguez (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) have signed professional contracts to play overseas.


ETSU Places 193 Student-Athletes on 2016-17 SoCon Honor Roll

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (July 6, 2017) – The Southern Conference released its 2016-17 academic honor roll on Thursday, and ETSU placed 193 student-athletes on the list. In total, a league-record 2,100 student-athletes from the 10 member institutions and 13 associate members earned the distinction.


Ezell announces the hiring of Chris Lewis

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (July 3, 2017) – East Tennessee State University women’s basketball head coach Brittney Ezell announced on Monday that Chris Lewis has joined the Buccaneers’ staff as an assistant coach. Lewis spent the last four years at George Mason.