The Sacred Heart University women's basketball team secures a spot in the NEC Championship game for the second consecutive year by defeating Merrimack 73-41 and earning the NEC's automatic qualifier spot. The team will face Le Moyne in the final as Le Moyne is transitioning from Division II to DI and is ineligible to participate.

The Big Picture

The Pioneers' strong performance led by Ny'Ceara Pryor against Merrimack has propelled them to the championship game, highlighting their dominance in the NEC.

By the Numbers
  • Sacred Heart's Record: 23-9, 15-1 NEC
  • Merrimack's Record: 12-19, 8-8 NEC
State of Play
  • Sacred Heart to face Le Moyne in the NEC Championship game on March 17 at 12 p.m. EST.
  • Le Moyne's ineligibility due to their transition from Division II to DI adds an unusual element to the upcoming final.
  • NCAA selection show on ESPN on Sunday, March 17, at 8 p.m. EST to reveal tournament matchups.
What's Next

The NCAA selection show on Sunday will unveil Sacred Heart's tournament path, while the team prepares to battle against Le Moyne for the NEC title.

Bottom Line

Sacred Heart University's women's basketball team's decisive victory secures their return to the NEC title game, setting the stage for a showdown with Le Moyne amid unique circumstances, marking a significant achievement for the Pioneers.