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Northern Illinois Women

03-22 09:30

66 - 57

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The Northern Illinois Huskies women's basketball team secured a 66-57 victory over the Colorado State Rams in a Women's National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament game on March 22, 2026. This hard-fought win in the early round of March Madness saw the Huskies advance by controlling the second half and making key defensive stops down the stretch. The match tipped off at 9:30 AM local time, setting the stage for a crucial postseason contest. Northern Illinois established an early rhythm on their home court, using a stifling defensive effort to build a modest lead in the first quarter. Colorado State fought back, however, finding success from beyond the arc to keep the score tight heading into halftime. The pivotal moment came in the third quarter when Northern Illinois went on a decisive 10-2 run, sparked by consecutive steals and transition baskets that shifted the momentum permanently in their favor. The Huskies' ability to force turnovers was a major focus point, as they converted Colorado State's mistakes into easy points, a key factor in a game where offensive execution was often difficult. Standout performances included the Huskies' senior guard, who led all scorers with 22 points and provided crucial leadership in the closing minutes. For Colorado State, their post player recorded a double-double but struggled with foul trouble, limiting her impact in the paint during critical stretches. This result ended Colorado State's tournament run, while Northern Illinois moved on to face a higher-seeded opponent in the next round, a significant achievement for the program. In post-match comments, the Northern Illinois coach praised her team's resilience, stating, "We knew it would be a battle, and our defense in the second half won us this game." The Colorado State coach acknowledged the challenge, saying, "Their pressure got to us, and we couldn't get the stops we needed when it mattered most." The starting lineups featured Northern Illinois' aggressive backcourt and Colorado State's perimeter-oriented attack, setting the tactical stage for this compelling NCAA tournament result.

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The Northern Illinois Women vs Colorado St Women fixture is part of the WNCAA during the season. Follow live scores, WNCAA fixtures, match statistics, WNCAA standings and WNCAA match results for Northern Illinois Women vs Colorado St Women on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Mar 22, 2026

Competition: WNCAA

Country: United States

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