UC Irvine Women Secure NCAA Tournament Spot with Big West Victory
The Anteaters win their first Big West Tournament in 29 years, advancing to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1995.
- UC Irvine women's basketball team wins Big West Tournament, securing NCAA Tournament berth for the first time since 1995.
- Senior guard Diaba Konate's crucial 3-pointer in the third quarter helped extend UC Irvine's lead against UC Davis.
- UC Irvine's defense played a pivotal role, holding UC Davis to just four points in the third quarter.
- Junior guard Deja Lee led UC Irvine with 21 points, earning the title of Big West Player of the Year.
- The Anteaters are on a six-game winning streak, with all victories by double digits.