Mississippi University for Women lost its match-up at St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC) runner-up Westminster College, 94-62, resulting in the team missing out on a SLIAC post-season berth. The sixth and final post-season bid went to Fontbonne University, leaving MUW out of the running due to tie-breaker criteria.

By the Numbers
  • The Owls lost to Fontbonne University on January 27, resulting in a 65-63 setback.
  • Junior guard Conley Langford led the Owls with 24 points and seven rebounds against Westminster College and finished the season averaging 19.3 points and 9.3 rebounds per game.
State of Play
  • Mississippi University for Women (MUW) lost its match against Westminster College, ending the season with a record of 7-15, 6-12 SLIAC.
  • The team's hopes for a SLIAC post-season berth were dashed, with Fontbonne University securing the final post-season slot.
  • The Owls' junior guard, Conley Langford, showcased an impressive performance against WC, scoring 24 points and seven rebounds.
What's Next

Mississippi University for Women will use the bright spots from this season to build for the future, with junior guard Conley Langford carrying a school-record string of 30-consecutive games of double-figure scoring into the 2024-25 campaign.

Bottom Line

The Owls' loss at Westminster College not only marked the end of their post-season bid but also highlighted the team's bright spots, especially Conley Langford's standout performance, providing a foundation for future growth.