Particle.news
Download on the App Store
3 ARTICLES
·
last mo.

Iowa State Defeats Princeton in NCAA Women's First Four Matchup

Cyclones secure a 68-63 victory over the Tigers, advancing to face Michigan in the tournament's first round.

Image
Emily Ryan #11 of the Iowa State Cyclones grabs a rebound against the Baylor Lady Bears during the first half in the quarterfinal round of the womens Big 12 Championship at T-Mobile Center on March 7, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Image

Overview

  • Iowa State, with a 22-11 season record, defeated Princeton (21-7) in a competitive First Four game at Purcell Pavilion in Indiana.
  • The Cyclones will advance to the first round of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament to play No. 6 seed Michigan on Friday, March 21, 2025.
  • The game marked the first-ever meeting between Iowa State and Princeton in women's basketball history.
  • Standout performances included Iowa State's Audi Crooks, the Big 12's leading scorer, and Princeton's Madison St. Rose, who led her team in points and rebounds this season.
  • The First Four games highlight the NCAA's efforts to expand the women's tournament to 68 teams, mirroring the men's tournament structure.