By We’re a few weeks into a new season, and while it’s too early for teams to establish their full identities, we can start to see some stories forming. Some preseason contenders are struggling; other teams have been surprising, and others are returning to the teams we know them to be.
By Can the New Looked Bruins Win it All?
The Bruins lost a heartbreaking game in the Sweet 16 to LSU in last year’s NCAA Tournament. They were a few possessions away from an Elite Eight appearance, and Cori Close didn’t sit on her hands. Lauren Betts is arguably the best center in the country and is entering her
Are USC the National Championship Favorites?
Lindsay Gottlieb is bringing in a stacked roster for the 2024-2025 season. The reigning PAC-12 Player of the Year Juju Watkins is joined by transfers Kiki Iriafen, Talia Von Oelhoffen and the number one recruiting class in the country. Kennedy Smith, the number six ranked recruit, figures to have a
What is the Ceiling for Notre Dame?
Notre Dame is arguably bringing back their most talented team since 2019. They have four starters returning in Hannah Hidalgo, Sonia Citron, Kylee Watson and Maddy Westbeld. Their All-American point guard Olivia Miles returns to the court which immediately raises their ceiling. Coach Niele Ivey didn’t rest on her laurels,
Can Paige and Azzi Win a Natty?
Can UConn dodge the injury bug this season? Will Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd be able to play a full season together? Aubrey Griffin and Caroline Ducharme have been hampered by injuries in their collegiate careers as well. They bring back Ashlynn Shade and KK Arnold, while bringing in the
Can Paige and Azzi Win a Natty?
Can UConn dodge the injury bug this season? Will Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd be able to play a full season together? UConn’s teams the last three years have absolutely hampered their title aspirations. The Huskies have had the talent to truly compete for a championship the past few years,
Rori Harmon, Madison Booker Ready to Contend
Ladies and gentlemen, Rori Harmon is back!! As is sophomore standout and reigning Big-12 Co-Player of the Year Madison Booker. Laila Phelia is bringing her shot creating ability at the wing position to Austin, while Shay Holle and Taylor Jones look to continue to bring their intensity on the defensive
Vann, Beers Ready to Compete in Norman
Can Oklahoma continue to progress what head coach Jennie Baranczyk has built in Norman? Skylar Vann is the reigning Big-12 Co-Player of the Year. Oregon State transfer Raegan Beers was a third team All-American last season and Payton Verhulst has the ability to be one as well. Lexi Keys, Nevaeh
Can Crooks, Brown Make Noise in March?
Can the youthful exuberance of Iowa State keep up with the more star studded, experienced teams across the country? Iowa State may be the most underrated top 10 team in the country, if that makes sense. Standout sophomores Audi Crooks and Addy Brown return, and senior guard Emily Ryan does
Is South Carolina Poised to go Back to Back?
The reigning National Champions are equipped and prepared to defend their crown. They finished last season 38-0 and are bringing back 9 players. Four starters, a lights out shooter and probably the best sixth player in the country headline the 2024-2025 roster. Te-Hina Paopao, Raven Johnson, Bree Hall, Chloe Kitts,
