Redshirt junior wing Meg Burns hit a buzzer-beating three to force overtime, but Fort Hays State defeated UNK, 74-64, with standout performances from Katie Wanger and Oliva Hollenbeck. UNK will be the seventh-seed in the MIAA Tournament, facing Washburn next. The Tigers keep their NCAA Tourney hopes alive.

By the Numbers
  • Fort Hays State's Katie Wanger scored 26 points.
  • Oliva Hollenbeck contributed 18 points and had 6 rebounds.
  • UNK's Shiloh McCool and Meg Burns both scored 17 points.
  • FHS had a 6-14 three-point shooting performance.
  • McCool had 17 rebounds, almost setting a school record.
State of Play
  • UNK will be the seventh-seed in the MIAA Tournament.
  • Fort Hays State's victory keeps their NCAA Tourney hopes alive.
  • UNK led 17-8 after the first quarter but fell behind as FHS rallied.
Bottom Line

Fort Hays State claimed victory over UNK in a close game that showcased individual performances, setting the stage for the upcoming MIAA Tournament and NCAA Tourney possibilities.