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Toreros and CSUN Dominate Bethesda in Historic Wins

11/5/2025

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Summary

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The San Diego Toreros women's basketball team opened its season with a 92-23 win over Bethesda on November 3, 2025.
J. Rhodes led the Toreros with a career-high 22 points.
Cal State Northridge defeated Bethesda 103-13 on November 5, marking the largest margin of victory in CSUN history.
Bethesda's roster was depleted due to illness.
Bethesda scored only four field goals in the game.

History

Historical Context

In 1982, the NCAA sanctioned its first women's basketball championship, transitioning from the AIAW's previous tournaments. This inaugural event featured 32 teams, with Louisiana Tech defeating Cheyney State for the title. By 2021, over 350 teams competed in women's college basketball, reflecting significant growth in visibility and participation, as illustrated by the San Diego Toreros' recent victory over Bethesda.

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Story summary

The San Diego Toreros women's basketball team opened its season with a 92-23 win over Bethesda on November 3, 2025.
J. Rhodes led the Toreros with a career-high 22 points.
Cal State Northridge defeated Bethesda 103-13 on November 5, marking the largest margin of victory in CSUN history.
Bethesda's roster was depleted due to illness.
Bethesda scored only four field goals in the game.

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