NCAA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL RESULTS: DEC.10TH
Dominant Performances Highlight December 10, 2024, NCAA Women's Basketball Matchups
By Major Movez Media Staff
Tuesday’s NCAA women’s basketball slate was packed with action, as ranked teams showcased their dominance, thrilling comebacks unfolded, and individual stars delivered standout performances. Let’s dive into the highlights.
Ranked Teams Stay Strong
#11 USC put on a commanding performance, cruising to an 89-40 victory over Fresno State. Kiki Iriafen led the Trojans with 24 points, while Holly Griffiths provided a bright spot for the Bulldogs with 11 points. USC’s defense proved suffocating, holding Fresno State to just 40 points.
#4 Ohio State defended their home court with an 80-48 win over Ball State. Chance Gray led the Buckeyes with an impressive 21-point outing, while Ball State’s Maliyah Johnson chipped in 10 points in a tough loss. Ohio State’s depth and balanced attack continue to set them apart this season.
Overtime Thriller
Coppin State pulled off a dramatic 64-61 overtime victory over George Washington. Laila Lawrence was the star of the game, dropping 21 points to secure the win for Coppin State. Gabby Reynolds led George Washington with 13 points, but it wasn’t enough to hold off a resilient Coppin State squad.
Notable Individual Performances
Kaci Donovan (UAlbany): Donovan had a monster night, pouring in 32 points in UAlbany’s dominant 72-36 win over Boston University. Her scoring was instrumental in one of the day’s most lopsided contests.
Sharn Hayward (Stonehill): Hayward’s 27 points propelled Stonehill to a decisive 75-43 victory over Dartmouth. Her offensive firepower proved too much for the Big Green to handle.
Sherese Pittman (Tulane): Pittman’s 22-point performance helped Tulane edge out North Dakota State 67-61 in a tightly contested game.
Regional Rivalries
In a Colorado showdown, the Buffaloes of Colorado defeated Denver 78-61, with Lior Garzon pacing Colorado with 14 points. Despite the loss, Denver’s Jordan Jones led all scorers with 15 points, showcasing her ability to compete at a high level.
Defensive Masterclasses
Several teams showcased their defensive prowess.
BYU smothered Utah Valley in a 76-36 rout, holding their opponent to just 36 points. Lauren Davenport starred for BYU with 20 points.
Arizona dominated Cal State Bakersfield 76-39, with Breya Cunningham leading the Wildcats with 13 points.
Looking Ahead
With standout individual performances and impressive team efforts, Tuesday’s games highlighted the depth and talent across NCAA women’s basketball. As conference play nears, teams are sharpening their strategies and players are cementing their roles as difference-makers.
Stay tuned to Major Movez Media for continued coverage and analysis of the top games and players in women’s college basketball!
