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IU women's basketball made a valiant comeback from a 22-point deficit against No. 1 seed South Carolina in the Sweet 16 but ultimately fell short, losing 79-75. Sydney Parrish scored 21 points, and Mackenzie Holmes added 12 in her final game as a Hoosier. Foul trouble and a revamped gameplan affected IU's performance, but the team's resilient effort in the second half showcased their determination.
IU women's basketball team is embracing their underdog status as they prepare to face No. 1 seed South Carolina in the Sweet 16, acknowledging the historical dominance and heavy betting odds favoring their opponent. Coach Teri Moren hopes the lack of pressure will allow her team to play freely, while players like Chloe Moore-McNeil and Mackenzie Holmes are focused on embracing the moment and not shying away from the challenge. IU opens as a 15.5-point underdog for the matchup, with the winner advancing to the Elite Eight.
The No. 3-seed IU women's basketball team suffered an upset loss to No. 6-seed Michigan in the Big Ten tournament quarterfinals, potentially impacting their NCAA tournament seeding and hosting prospects due to injuries to key players. Coach Teri Moren emphasized the team's lack of full health and hopes for a healthier squad in two weeks, as the selection committee considers injuries in seeding decisions. Despite the setback, the Hoosiers remain optimistic about their upcoming opportunities in the NCAA tournament.
IU women's basketball coach Teri Moren opted to keep star center Mackenzie Holmes on the bench due to a knee injury, but the team still suffered a 69-56 upset by Michigan in the Big Ten tournament. Despite injuries to key players, the Hoosiers had a strong first half but faltered in the second, ultimately losing by 16 points. Moren remains optimistic about Holmes and the team's prospects for the upcoming NCAA tournament, emphasizing the importance of the two-week break for the players to recover.
IU women's basketball suffered a 69-56 loss to Michigan in the Big Ten tournament quarterfinals, with a third-quarter collapse and injuries to key players contributing to the defeat. The loss may impact their chances of hosting NCAA tournament games, especially with concerns about the injury to star player Mackenzie Holmes. The team will have to wait until Selection Sunday to learn their tournament fate.
No. 16 Indiana women's basketball secured a crucial 86-69 victory over No. 4 Iowa, with Sara Scalia and Mackenzie Holmes leading the charge. The win puts Indiana ahead of Iowa in the Big Ten standings and boosts their NCAA tournament hosting seed prospects. IU's defensive strategy effectively limited Iowa's scoring options, particularly outside of standout player Caitlin Clark. Additionally, a strong 3-point shooting performance and sold-out crowd support contributed to the Hoosiers' commanding win.
No. 16 Indiana women's basketball team pulled off an upset against No. 4 Iowa and Caitlin Clark with an 86-69 victory, led by Sara Scalia's 25 points and Mackenzie Holmes' 24 points and 9 rebounds. Despite Caitlin Clark's impressive performance of 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 9 assists, Iowa struggled with a 19% 3-point shooting. The win puts Indiana at 21-4 overall and 12-3 in the Big Ten, positioning them as a strong contender in the conference standings.
IU women's basketball team is at risk of losing its NCAA home games after a surprising loss to Illinois, jeopardizing its chances of hosting the first two rounds of the tournament. With sky-high expectations this season, the team is struggling to maintain its national relevance and faces an uphill battle to secure a Big Ten title. Despite the setback, the Hoosiers are aiming to regroup and salvage their season with a strong showing at the upcoming Big Ten tournament.
IU women's basketball senior guard Sydney Parrish was seen on crutches with a boot on her right foot and did not play in the game against Purdue due to an injury suffered on Friday. Coach Teri Moren stated that they won't know her timeline for return until after a doctor's appointment on Monday. With Parrish out, other players like Chloe Moore-McNeil and Sara Scalia stepped up in the game against Purdue. IU has experience dealing with injuries to key players and will have time to adjust as they have nearly a full week off before their next game against Northwestern.
The IU women's basketball team is facing travel issues due to a blizzard as they attempt to make it to Iowa City for a primetime matchup against No. 3 Iowa on Saturday night. The team's flight has been rescheduled to Saturday morning, and they are hoping to avoid further disruptions caused by the severe weather conditions. Head coach Teri Moren emphasized the team's commitment to safety and stated that they will not board any unsafe aircraft.