Northwestern's women's basketball team had another disappointing season under Joe McKeown, failing to qualify for the NCAA Tournament for the third consecutive year and finishing with a 9-21 record.

The Big Picture

The team showed some promising performances but struggled with consistency, leading to doubts about the future of the coaching era.

By the Numbers
  • Northwestern finished the 2023-24 season with a 9-21 (4-14 B1G) record.
  • The Wildcats had a dreadful 4-14 record in conference play, with most losses in double-digit fashion.
State of Play
  • Northwestern's key players like Melannie Daley and Caileigh Walsh have shown potential for the team to improve in the future.
  • The team's upperclassmen contributed significantly this season, but underclassmen like Caroline Lau are expected to play foundational roles moving forward.
What's Next

With key players returning and potential for growth, Northwestern aims to improve next season, but McKeown's future with the team remains uncertain if there's no turnaround.

Bottom Line

The clock may be ticking on Joe McKeown's coaching era at Northwestern women's basketball as the team faces pressure to perform better after consecutive disappointing seasons.