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.

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.