MC Raptors Women’s Basketball: 2025–2026 Season Preview

Rockville, MD: The Montgomery College Raptors are ready to take flight once again as they begin the 2025–2026 women's basketball season, coming off a strong 18–11 overall record and 8–4 in region play last year. With momentum from that successful campaign, the Raptors opened their new journey this past weekend at the "Hoop Here Get There Classic" hosted by Howard Community College, splitting their first two games of the season. This upcoming weekend the team will travel to Fayetteville, NC to face Fayetteville Technical Community College.

Home Tip-Off Tournament

The Raptors' home schedule begins with the annual MC Tip-Off Tournament on Saturday, November 16, and Sunday, November 17.

• Saturday: MC vs. Delaware Technical Community College – 5:00 PM
• Sunday: MC vs. Raritan Valley Community College – 3:00 PM

This early test at home will give fans their first look at the new squad and set the tone for an exciting season ahead.

Returning Leadership

The Raptors return three key contributors who bring experience, toughness, and leadership:

• #5 Yaheera Williams
• #6 Tiana Carey
• #13 Sanai Massenburg

Each is expected to make a major leap in their athletic development and set the tone for a season built on growth, energy, and relentless effort.

Fresh Faces, New Energy

MC welcomes eight new players to the program — a dynamic mix of size, skill, and versatility. This talented freshman class is ready to make an immediate impact on both ends of the floor:

Eyes on the Future

With a balance of veteran leadership and promising newcomers, the Raptors aim to build on last season's success and make a deep postseason push.