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TCU Women's Basketball Makes History, Reaches Elite Eight!

3/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a thrilling victory, TCU women's basketball made history by reaching the Elite Eight for the first time, toppling Notre Dame 71-62. Hailey Van Lith shone with 26 points and nine rebounds, while Sedona Prince added 21 points to the scoreboard. Next up, TCU faces off against Texas in the NCAA Tournament.

History

Historical Context

TCU women's basketball made history by reaching the Elite Eight, a feat last achieved by a Big 12 team in 2013. This marks a significant turnaround from their 2021-22 season, where they finished last in the conference. Hailey Van Lith’s standout performance echoes legends like Sheryl Swoopes, who led Texas Tech to the 1993 finals.

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Story summary

In a thrilling victory, TCU women's basketball made history by reaching the Elite Eight for the first time, toppling Notre Dame 71-62. Hailey Van Lith shone with 26 points and nine rebounds, while Sedona Prince added 21 points to the scoreboard. Next up, TCU faces off against Texas in the NCAA Tournament.

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