The Messiah University women's basketball team has secured an at-large bid for the NCAA Tournament and is set to travel to Smith College for the opening weekend. They will face Shenandoah University on March 1 at 4:30 p.m., with potential further games on Saturday. Tickets are required for the event, with pricing set at $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and students.

By the Numbers
  • Messiah University Falcons: 22-5 overall record, 13-1 MAC Commonwealth play, 23rd NCAA Tournament appearance
  • Shenandoah University Hornets: 21-7 overall record, 14-4 ODAC play, 5th NCAA Tournament appearance
  • Smith College Pioneers: 25-3 overall record, 10-1 NEWMAC play, 6th NCAA Tournament appearance
  • Maine Maritime Mariners: 23-4 overall record, 13-0 NAC play, 5th NCAA Tournament appearance
State of Play
  • Messiah University finished the season with strong stats in both offense and defense
  • Shenandoah University earned their at-large bid after a close overtime loss in the ODAC Championship game
  • Smith College enters the tournament on a hot streak with an 11-game winning streak
  • Maine Maritime Mariners secured their automatic bid after a 17-game winning streak
Bottom Line

The Messiah University women's basketball team prepares to face tough competition at Smith College for the NCAA Tournament, with their strong performance throughout the season positioning them as formidable contenders.