The No. 6 seed IUP women's basketball team fell to No. 3 seed Fayetteville State in the 2024 NCAA DII Atlantic Region Tournament due to a season-high 29 turnovers, ultimately losing 72-63. Fayetteville State took the lead in the third quarter and maintained it till the end, benefiting from 26 points off turnovers and 30 fast break points.

By the Numbers
  • IUP committed a season-high 29 turnovers during the game.
  • Fayetteville State scored 26 points off turnovers and recorded 30 fast break points.
  • Aniylah Bryan led Fayetteville State with 23 points and eight steals.
  • Nyshae' Weaver from IUP recorded a double-double with 19 points and 16 rebounds.
State of Play
  • IUP led by 2 points at halftime despite turnovers, but Fayetteville State took control in the second half.
  • Fayetteville State shot 47.5% from the field, with a high of 58.3% in the fourth quarter.
  • The game saw a tight contest on the boards and turnovers playing a significant role in the final outcome.
Bottom Line

The high number of turnovers proved costly for IUP women's basketball, leading to a defeat against Fayetteville State in the NCAA Tournament. Despite a valiant effort in the fourth quarter, the turnovers and fast break points allowed by their opponents ultimately sealed their fate.