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Upsets Shake Women's Basketball: Streaks End Nationwide

2/6/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Louisville Cardinals women's basketball team lost to Duke 59-58, ending their 14-game winning streak.
The University of Georgia women's basketball team lost to Tennessee 82-77 in overtime, with Dani Carnegie scoring 25 points as the Lady Bulldogs fouled late.
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders lost to Missouri State.
The Maine Black Bears defeated Vermont, ending the Vermont Catamounts' 19-game home winning streak.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA established its women's basketball championship in 1982, following a competitive landscape dominated by the AIAW. The inaugural title was won by Louisiana Tech, highlighting the sport's rising profile. Over the years, the tournament has expanded to 68 teams, reflecting increased visibility and support for women's sports, while intense rivalries, like those involving the University of Tennessee and Louisville, continue to shape the competition.

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Story summary

The Louisville Cardinals women's basketball team lost to Duke 59-58, ending their 14-game winning streak.
The University of Georgia women's basketball team lost to Tennessee 82-77 in overtime, with Dani Carnegie scoring 25 points as the Lady Bulldogs fouled late.
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders lost to Missouri State.
The Maine Black Bears defeated Vermont, ending the Vermont Catamounts' 19-game home winning streak.

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