Overview

• The NCAA acknowledged a 'human error' led to uneven 3-point lines, with one side being nine inches shorter, at the women's basketball tournament in Portland.
• Stanford's head coach Tara VanDerveer criticized the NCAA for the oversight, highlighting its potential impact on game outcomes.
• The error, unnoticed for five games, was corrected overnight before the Elite Eight match between USC and UConn.
• The NCAA has inspected other tournament venues, confirming that all other court markings are accurate.
• The NCAA has pledged to work with suppliers and vendors to establish additional quality control measures to prevent future errors.