Women's March Madness First Four: Thrilling Highlights and Key Takeaways
The excitement of March Madness is in full swing, and the Women's NCAA Tournament has officially kicked off with an electrifying First Four. Fans were treated to two gripping matchups, with teams battling it out for a coveted spot in the first round. The stakes were high, the intensity was palpable, and the performances were nothing short of spectacular.
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Iowa State and Princeton took center stage in the first game, and what a rollercoaster it was! The Cyclones started strong, leading 18-11 after the first quarter, but Princeton roared back with a dominant second quarter, outscoring Iowa State 27-7. Just when it seemed like the Tigers had control, Iowa State flipped the script yet again with a jaw-dropping 27-9 third-quarter performance. It was a game of runs, and in the end, the Cyclones held on for a thrilling 68-63 victory. Audi Crooks was the star of the night, dropping 27 points, with 18 of those coming in the second half. Addy Brown was equally impressive, contributing 22 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists. With this win, Iowa State advances to face 6-seed Michigan in what promises to be another exciting showdown.
Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, UC San Diego and Southern clashed in a battle for the right to take on the No. 1 overall seed, UCLA. Southern came out firing, taking a commanding 40-20 lead at halftime, thanks to Soniyah Reed's red-hot shooting. UC San Diego, however, refused to go down without a fight. The Tritons outscored Southern 20-9 in the third quarter, cutting the deficit to single digits and setting up a nail-biting finish. Sumayah Sugapong led the charge with 16 points and four assists, but Southern managed to hold off the late push, securing their place in the next round.
These First Four games set the stage for an exhilarating tournament ahead. With Cinderella stories waiting to unfold and powerhouse programs looking to assert their dominance, the road to the Final Four is only just beginning. If tonight was any indication, we’re in for an unforgettable March Madness!
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