Colgate Women’s Basketball Makes Historic Comeback to Beat Navy 69-64 – Alexa Brodie Stars with 25 Points
Colgate Women's Basketball staged a remarkable comeback, with Alexa Brodie scoring 21 of her 25 points in the second half, helping the team overcome a 19-point deficit to secure a dramatic 69-64 quarterfinal victory over Navy. Colgate will now face Boston University in its first Patriot League semifinal since 2013, with a chance to advance to the championship game.
The Big PictureColgate's victory marks a significant milestone in their playoff journey after a nail-biting comeback performance against Navy.
By the Numbers- Alexa Brodie scored a career-high 25 points, with 21 points coming in the second half.
- Brodie set a new Colgate single-game record by hitting 17 of her 18 free-throw attempts.
- Colgate advances to their first Patriot League semifinal since 2013.
- The team will face Boston University in the semifinal with the hope of securing a spot in the championship game.
- Strong defensive play and a remarkable comeback defined Colgate's performance in the quarterfinal.
Colgate Women's Basketball will compete against third-seeded Boston University for a place in the Patriot League championship on Thursday at 6 p.m. at Cotterell Court.
Bottom LineColgate Women's Basketball's inspiring comeback victory against Navy showcases their resilience and sets the stage for a crucial faceoff against Boston University in the semifinals, highlighting their potential for a strong playoff run.
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