Notre Dame Stuns UConn To Reach National Title
Notre Dame defeated Connecticut 90 75 to reach the women’s national championship, overcoming a 16 point first half deficit. Niele Ivey led with 21 points while Ruth Riley added 18, as the Irish stormed back and will face Purdue in the final.
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Boilermakers rout Bears 81-64 in rebound dominance
Purdue blitzed SMS 81 to 64 as the Boilermakers dominated the boards with 21 offensive rebounds. Shalicia Hurns 12 and Douglas seven led Purdue’s rebounding effort while SMS top scorer Stiles ended with 3,393 career points after a muted second half.
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Purdue Advances to Final Four Over SW Missouri State
Purdue beat SW Missouri State 81 to 64 as Kamara, Douglas, and Wright led the 31-6 Boilers. Stacking the result, Notre Dame rolled past Connecticut 90 to 75, with Ivey and Ratay strong for the Irish while Taurasi paced UConn. Final totals show Purdue 47-30 at halftime and Notre Dame 49-37.
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Taurasi's rise mirrors Auriemma roots in recruiting tale
Connecticut coach Geno Auriemma connected with Diana Taurasi through shared immigrant backgrounds. Taurasi, a freshman star, helped UConn reach the Final Four after injuries sidelined key teammates, while SEC teams rarely reach the Final Four as Vanderbilt and Tennessee falter in the Midwest outcomes.
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