Charlotte Crown vs. Greensboro Groove

The Charlotte Crown take on the Greensboro Groove in an UpShot League matchup at Novant Health Fieldhouse. The Greensboro Groove, a professional women's basketball franchise, are set to compete in the inaugural season of the UpShot League, a new women's developmental/professional basketball league in the United States. The team is based in Greensboro, North Carolina, and plays its home games at Novant Health Fieldhouse, which also hosts the Greensboro Swarm, the NBA G League affiliate of the Charlotte Hornets.

The Groove are led by head coach Janice M. Washington, who brings nearly two decades of collegiate coaching experience, including leading Lincoln University (Pennsylvania) to back‑to‑back CIAA North Division titles. The team's branding, featuring "cool green" and "new blue" colors, reflects cultural elements associated with Greensboro. Fans can expect an exciting atmosphere as the league plays a 40‑game season, with 20 home and 20 away contests.