Hope College Falls to Wisconsin-Whitewater Despite Strong Effort by Raven Jemison
In the NCAA Division III Sweet Sixteen, Hope College's women's basketball team, despite being young and underestimated, concluded its remarkable 2023-24 season with a 72-61 loss to University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
The Big PictureThe young Hope College team exceeded expectations by reaching the Sweet Sixteen despite graduating all five starters from the previous season.
By the Numbers- Raven Jemison led Hope with 14 points on 87.5% shooting and 6 rebounds.
- Sydney Vis contributed 13 points, while Jada Garner added 11 points for Hope.
- Whitewater's Alicia Grundahl scored 25 points and grabbed 9 rebounds, with Kari Carollo adding 19 points and 4 assists.
- Whitewater shot 50% from the field, outrebounding Hope 41-27.
Despite falling short in the Sweet Sixteen, the Hope College team showcased resilience and determination throughout the game.
State of Play- Hope College finished the season with a 26-4 overall record.
- Whitewater advanced to face Transylvania University in the NCAA Division III Tournament quarterfinals.
Following this loss, the Hope College women's basketball team will regroup and look forward to the next season with valuable experience gained.
Bottom LineHope College's young basketball team impressed by making a Sweet Sixteen appearance, despite challenges, showcasing resilience and talent for future seasons.
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