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UCLA Remains Undefeated, WVU Climbs to No. 16

1/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

West Virginia women's basketball soared to No. 16 in the AP Top 25 after securing two impressive victories, while Tennessee slipped to No. 17 following a setback against Vanderbilt. South Carolina held steady at No. 2, gaining a first-place vote after a commanding win over Oklahoma. Meanwhile, UCLA continues to shine at the top, boasting an undefeated record of 17-0.

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Historical Context

West Virginia women's basketball climbed to No. 16 in the AP Top 25, echoing the program's rise since the poll's inception in 1976. Meanwhile, Tennessee's fall to No. 17 highlights the volatility of rankings, reminiscent of past upsets that have reshaped the landscape of women's college basketball.

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Story summary

West Virginia women's basketball soared to No. 16 in the AP Top 25 after securing two impressive victories, while Tennessee slipped to No. 17 following a setback against Vanderbilt. South Carolina held steady at No. 2, gaining a first-place vote after a commanding win over Oklahoma. Meanwhile, UCLA continues to shine at the top, boasting an undefeated record of 17-0.

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