Maine Women's Basketball Edges Binghamton 60-56 In Semifinal

Adrianna Smith's double-double leads Black Bears to America East championship game

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The #2 Maine Women's Basketball Team beat #3 Binghamton 60-56 in an America East semifinal game on Monday, March 9th at The Pit. Adrianna Smith had a double-double with 26 points and 12 rebounds, leading the Black Bears to victory. Maine will now face #1 Vermont in the America East championship game on Friday, March 13th.

Why it matters

This victory puts Maine one win away from earning the America East's automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. The Black Bears have been a consistent contender in the conference, and a championship would cap off another strong season for the program.

The details

Maine led 29-24 at halftime and 44-34 after three quarters. Adrianna Smith recorded her 19th double-double of the season and 57th of her career, playing 39 of the 40 minutes. Sarah Talon added 17 points for the Black Bears, who won the turnover battle 19-8 but were outrebounded 35-30.

  • The game was played on Monday, March 9, 2026.
  • Maine will face Vermont in the America East championship game on Friday, March 13, 2026.

The players

Adrianna Smith

A senior forward for the Maine Women's Basketball Team who recorded a double-double with 26 points and 12 rebounds.

Sarah Talon

A junior guard for the Maine Women's Basketball Team who scored 17 points.

Bella Pucci

A player for the Binghamton Women's Basketball Team who led her team with 24 points.

Amy Vachon

The head coach of the Maine Women's Basketball Team.

Vermont

The #1 seed in the America East tournament, who defeated UMBC in double overtime to earn the right to host the championship game.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“Adrianna Smith had a double-double for the 10th straight game, scoring 26 points and ripping down 12 rebounds. It was her 19th double-double of the season and 57th of her career. She played 39 of the 40 minutes.”

— Chris Popper, Author (929theticket.com)

What’s next

The winner of the game between Maine and Vermont on Friday, March 13th will receive the America East's automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.

The takeaway

Maine's consistent excellence under Coach Amy Vachon has the Black Bears on the verge of returning to the NCAA Tournament, a testament to the program's ability to develop talent and compete at a high level year after year in the America East.