The App State women's basketball team defeated Georgia State 73-68 in the second round of the SBC Tournament, with Senior Faith Alston scoring a career-high 36 points.

The Big Picture

App State advances to the quarterfinal round of the Sun Belt Women's Basketball Championship, demonstrating strong performance in a crucial postseason win.

By the Numbers
  • Faith Alston scored 36 points, tying her for eighth place in the single-game scoring leaders of all time.
  • The Mountaineers had 18 second-chance points and 12 fastbreak points in the game.
State of Play
  • App State will face No. 1 seed Marshall in the quarterfinal on Friday.
  • All tournament games are available for streaming on ESPN+, with the championship game to be broadcasted on ESPNU on March 11.
What's Next

App State will play against No. 1 seed Marshall in the quarterfinal, aiming to secure a spot in the semifinals of the SBC Women's Basketball Championship.

Bottom Line

App State's victory over Georgia State, led by Faith Alston's remarkable performance, propels them into the quarterfinals with a chance to compete for the championship, showcasing their resilience and determination in postseason play.