NCAA Tournament 2015
UConn wins 3rd straight National Championship
In a matchup of the two most efficient offenses in the country, junior guard Moriah Jefferson led UConn's dominant defensive effort that resulted in a 63-53 victory.
UConn vs. Notre Dame will be about style & pace
UConn and Notre Dame will meet tonight for the National Championship, for the second year in a row. But how they got there was vastly different, mainly because of style and pace.
Lisa Leslie previews the national championship
Swish Appeal had a second interview with the WNBA legend and Hall of Fame player. This time, we had a chance to talk about Tuesday's match between UConn and Notre Dame.
NCAA looks into changes to enhance game
In its efforts to improve the game, the NCAA has looked to change some of the rules, which would align the NCAA rules more closely with the international game.
National Championship rematch: UConn vs Notre Dame
In the rematch of all rematches, it will be once again UConn facing Notre Dame for the National Championship. This has become one of the best rivalries in all of women's basketball, and tomorrow, both teams will compete for the ultimate prize, again.
Brianna Turner & A'ja Wilson are future superstars
In yesterday's semifinal game between Notre Dame and South Carolina, not only was it an instant classic, there were two players that shined on the game's big stage: Brianna Turner and A'ja Wilson.
UConn's offensive system led to rout over Maryland
When many people see the rout that is the outcomes of most UConn victories, so many assume that it's because the Huskies have better players -- which they do. But in their victory over Maryland, Geno Auriemma's offensive system was on fully display.
Muffet McGraw audibles to defense
In Notre Dame's comeback victory over South Carolina, it wasn't really about their offense. The Fighting Irish's defensive adjustments -- especially head coach Muffet McGraw's quick thinking, proved to be perfect call in the waning moments of a tight contest.
In-depth recap of Notre Dame's victory over USC
A classic kicked off the 2015 Women's Final Four, and Muffet McGraw's Irish head back to the national championship game for the fourth time in five years.
UConn blows out Maryland, advances to title game
The Huskies blew out the Terps, 81-58 to advance to their third consecutive national championship game.
Sue Bird takes ESPN's #WSmackTalk a bit too seriously?
@S10Bird taking that #WSmackTalk seriously! #ncaaWFF @espnW pic.twitter.com/t9HMIvOAFV
— Andrea (@DreGove) April 6, 2015
Sue Bird shows exactly why I hate livetweeting. THERE'S A BIG GAME GOING ON! But giving Bria Hartley a shout out is always something that Bullets Forever account likes to do -- livetweet or no livetweet... I'll just keep watching the game while I'm ahead.
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Irish avoid late-game collapse vs. Gamecocks
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish won 66-65 against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the 2015 NCAA Women's Final Four
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UConn, Notre Dame to meet in national championship game
The 2015 NCAA Women's Final Four is in Tampa, Florida. After Sunday's semifinals, UConn and Notre Dame will face off in the national championship game on Tuesday, April 6, 2015.
Final Four GameThread
Talk about the semifinals here on this Easter Sunday.
Breanna Stwart wins Wade Trophy
#UConn's Breanna Stewart is the 2015 Wade Trophy winner! RELEASE: http://t.co/jq0AYNUwZ3 #BleedBlue pic.twitter.com/tBWHw5x9Wg
— UConn Women's Hoops (@UConnWBB) April 4, 2015
Lisa Leslie previews the Final Four & more
We had the chance to speak with the WNBA legend about this weekend's Final Four, the Los Angeles Sparks' off-season, and the Capital One Cup.
Geno Auriemma calls men's basketball a joke for spectators
UConn coach Geno Auriemma says men's college hoops "is a joke" for spectators: His full comments: http://t.co/HBbSdT81GA
— Richard Deitsch (@richarddeitsch) April 1, 2015
Tennessee's senior class fought till the end
For the second straight year, Tennessee lost to Maryland in the NCAA Tournament, this time in the Elite Eight. Guest contributor, Patrick MacCoon of The Daily Beacon, talked with the Lady Vols' senior class about their fight and resolve.
UConn and Maryland round out the Final Four field
Though the Huskies and Terps reached the Final Four as #1 seeds, they had to face adversity before winning their Elite Eight games.
Dayton led UConn 44-43 at halftime, but ultimately lost 91-70
Yes, this is the correct score. #ncaaW #WhatItsAllFour pic.twitter.com/aHeqmPUNK9
— NCAA Women's BKB (@NCAAWomensBKB) March 30, 2015
In 2006, George Mason's men's basketball team beat UConn to make the Final Four. That team was a Cinderella for this generation. This season, Dayton's women's basketball team is doing the same to UConn so far... Unfortunately, the Flyers still lost, 91-70. But still, this was one hell of a scare.
Elite Eight, Day 2 GameThread
We will see which teams claim the remaining Final Four berths in the tournament.
Elite Eight preview: Tennessee vs. Maryland
Guest contributor Patrick MacCoon previews today's Elite Eight contest between Tennessee and Maryland. Both teams met last year in the Sweet Sixteen, with Maryland winning. Tonight both teams will vie for the chance to go to the Final Four.
Dayton's efficiency key in Sweet Sixteen victory
Dayton was able to defeat No. 3 seed Louisville, and in turn, reach the school's first Elite Eight. The Flyers' pace, possessions and efficiency on the offensive end, were key ingredients in their recipe of success on Saturday.
South Carolina and Notre Dame make the Final Four
South Carolina reaches unprecedented heights with their first Final Four appearance. Notre Dame on the other hand made their fifth consecutive Final Four.
Tennessee channels iconic coach
For the past few years, Tennessee has played a lot for Pat Summitt. Yesterday, for the first time since Summitt has stepped down, not only did the Lady Vols show a resolve that mirrored their former coach, they actually played like Summitt.
Tiffany Mitchell leads South Carolina to Final Four
#GAMECOCKS WIN! #GAMECOCKS WIN! #GAMECOCKS WIN!!! 80-74 FINAL SCORE!!! WE'RE GOING TO THE FINAL FOUR!
— GamecockWBB (@GamecockWBB) March 29, 2015
Elite Eight, Day 1 GameThread
Half of the Final Four spots are up for grabs on this Sunday.
Dayton's Cinderella run continues while Gonzaga's ends
We saw Dayton continue their Cinderella tournament run while Gonzaga's ended. In addition, UConn continued to do UConn things and Maryland defeated a former conference foe.
No. 1 seed Maryland advances with 65-55 win over Duke
Maryland gets to its second straight Elite Eight, and the Terps' sixth under @BrendaFrese. The Terps are now 10-2 in Sweet Sixteens.
— Maryland WBB (@umdwbb) March 28, 2015
Upset: Dayton upends No. 3 seed Louisville 82-66
LADIES & GENTLEMEN! THE FLYERS are STILL DANCING!!!!!!!!!!! Dayton tops Louisville 82 - 66 !!! #GRIT #UDWBB
— Dayton Women's Hoops (@DaytonWBB) March 28, 2015
Sweet 16 Day 2 GameThread
The rest of the Elite Eight will be decided today.