The App State women's basketball team is gearing up to face No. 1 seed Marshall in a quarterfinal clash at the Sun Belt Women's Basketball Championship on Friday, following their victory over Georgia State in the second round.

By the Numbers
  • Faith Alston scored a career-high 36 points, tying her for eighth in single-game scoring for the Mountaineers.
  • App State and Georgia State tied eight times and swapped the lead five times during the game.
State of Play
  • Marshall, the top seed, finished the regular season 23-6 overall and 17-1 in conference play.
  • The winner between App State and Marshall will advance to the semifinals against the winner of Old Dominion and ULM.
Bottom Line

The App State women's basketball team faces a challenging matchup against top seed Marshall in the quarterfinals, with the winner advancing to a crucial semifinal game. Faith Alston's standout performance and the team's resilience against Georgia State showcase their determination and potential for success in the championship.