Feb. 13, 2008

COLLEGE PARK, Md. - The 39th-ranked University of Maryland gymnastics team (3-6) hosts No. 42 George Washington University Friday for its "Terps for a Cure" meet. The competition is set for 7:00 p.m. at the Comcast Pavilion.

About the "Terps for a Cure" Meet
• This meet is designated to promote breast cancer awareness. Fans are encouraged to show their support by wearing pink.
• ACC Select will be broadcasting this meet live online. Visit www.accselect.com for information on how to view the competition.

Last Time Out
• Maryland tallied its season-high of 192.925 last Saturday in East Lansing, Mich., but fell to Michigan State's 195.925 score.
• Sophomore Brandi George recorded a new season-best of 38.975 in the all-around, which is her fourth victory this season. George also scored a season-high on floor (9.825), tying her for first place.
• Freshman Abigail Adams became the second Terp to compete in the all-around this season. She made her first appearance on uneven bars and scored the team's high on the event (9.700).

About the George Washington University Colonials
• Fellow East Atlantic Gymnastics League (EAGL) member George Washington earned a season-high last week, but fell to Kent State, 195.600-193.125.
• The Colonials are 6-6 this season; they are ranked 42nd in the nation and sixth within the EAGL.

Looking Ahead
• The Terrapins travel to Durham, N.H. on February 24 to face the New Hampshire Wildcats. The meet is set for 1:00 p.m. in the Lundholm Gymnasium.