College of Charleston
Berry College
11/1/2026 9:00:00 AM | Women's Basketball
CHARLESTON, S.C. - The College of Charleston women's basketball team opens the 26-27 season at home at TD Arena against Berry on Monday, November 2. Tip-off is set for 5:00pm and will serve as the Cougars' Staff Appreciation Night.
STORYLINES
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Charleston welcomes new head coach Amanda Butler to the helm at Charleston, joining the Cougars from Louisville (2024-26) after serving as head coach at Charlotte (2005-2007), her alma mater Florida (2007-2017), and Clemson (2018-2024), where she was named ACC Coach of the Year in 2019 after leading the Tigers to its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 16 years.
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Coach Butler added seven new faces to the squad, including transfers Mia James (George Washington), Abby Jegede (Tulsa), Isla Juffermans (Louisville), and freshmen Dakara Merthie, Chanel Ndi, Maggie Spell, and Janna Vogelaar. They return four in Tyja Beans, Camila De Pool, Anilys Rolon, and Aubrey Stevenson.
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The Cougars will face the Vikings for the sixth time in program history and second in the Division I era. Berry holds the 3-2 all-time series advantage, falling to Charleston 84-38 in their most recent meeting in 2022.
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Charleston made history, being one of the first teams to compete in an outdoor basketball arena game in South Carolina at the LinkU Invitational on Saturday, September 28, against the national preseason favorites, South Carolina. The Cougars shocked the Gamecocks early in the game, putting up a 14-2 lead and holding it through the first quarter, eventually falling 91-60.
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Two Cougars notched All-CAA preseason honors in Tyja Beans and Abby Jegede. Beans was named to the All-CAA preseason second team, while Jegede earned honorable mention honors.
SCOUTING THE VIKINGS
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Berry finished the 2025-26 season with a 16-11 overall record, falling to Trinity (TX) in the SAA tournament to close out their season.
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The Vikings averaged 59.7 points per game across the season, led by Braiah Lewis, who was one of two Vikings and the only returner who averaged double-digit points (12.3).
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Lewis and Avery Payne are the sole returners that appeared in every game for Berry last season.
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Jade Lewis returns as the Vikings top shooter beyond the arc, averaging 6.7 points per game.
STAFF APPRECIATION NIGHT
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Join us in a night to celebrate the amazing staff at the College!
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There will be a staff recognition at the end of the first quarter. Staff should meet in the marketing corner next to section 107 after the first media timeout.
GAME DAY REMINDERS
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Doors will open one hour prior to tip-off, with concessions open at the same time.
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Don't forget the College of Charleston has implemented a Clear Bag Policy for athletics events. CLICK HERE to read the policy.
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An ADA drop-off lane is provided in the right-hand lane traveling along Meeting Street next to TD Arena.
ALCOHOL BEVERAGE RETAIL SALES AND SERVICE REGULATIONS
In order to sell and/or serve an alcoholic beverage in TD Arena, the following requirements apply:
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Moving forward, a valid ID is required to be scanned/swiped for each transaction.
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Vertical IDs will not be accepted at sales locations regardless of the individual's age.
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All ID checks will be handled directly by our Aramark concession partners at each stand. EPI staff will no longer check ID's or provide wristbands.
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No more than two (2) alcoholic beverages may be sold or served per transaction.
MAGNETOMETER SECURITY FEATURE
As fans enter the main entrance of TD Arena on November 2, they will see walk-through magnetometers, or metal detectors. In addition to the existing Clear Bag and prohibited items policy at TD Arena, the magnetometers are an added security feature to enhance the safety of our fans.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
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Fans will enter TD Arena at the Meeting Street entrance.
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Once inside, fans will be asked to take their belongings out of their pockets and place them in a bin. This includes phone, wallet, keys, etc.
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If you bring a bag compliant with the Clear Bag policy, your items can be placed in the bag.
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EPI security staff will provide guidance on when to walk through the magnetometer and assist in retrieving your belongings after you clear through the magnetometer.
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Finally, approach the pedestal ticket scanners at the base of the stairs, scan your tickets, and cheer on the Cougars!
UP NEXT
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The Cougars will remain at home to face Charleston Southern at TD Arena at 1:00pm on Saturday, November 7.
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