Widener women's basketball overcomes a halftime deficit to advance to the second round of the NCAA Tournament, defeating Springfield College 57-50 with a standout performance from Gianna and Lia Samuels.

By the Numbers
  • Gianna Samuels led the team with 16 points and 2 assists, along with 6 rebounds (3 offensive).
  • Lia Samuels contributed 7 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 steals in 15 minutes off the bench.
  • The Pride had a 14-4 bench points advantage.
State of Play
  • Widener overcame a 9-point halftime deficit to secure the victory.
  • In the second half, the Samuels sisters played a crucial role in the comeback, leading the team to victory.
What's Next

The Pride will face Bates College in the second round on Saturday, March 2 at 6:30 p.m.

Bottom Line

Widener women's basketball advances in the NCAA Tournament behind a stellar performance from Gianna and Lia Samuels, positioning themselves for a competitive second-round matchup against Bates College.