Lamar University's women's basketball team aims to rebound from a tough loss in the Southland Conference Championship by entering the Women's Basketball Invitational Tournament. They will kick off against Washington State in the first round at the Beasley Center in Pullman, Wash.

The Big Picture

The Women's Basketball Invitational Tournament is part of efforts to provide more equitable postseason opportunities for women's basketball, aligning with recommendations for gender equity in college sports.

By the Numbers
  • Akasha Davis and Sabria Dean made the All-Tournament Team in the SLC, with impressive performances averaging 20.0 and 18.0 points per game respectively.
  • Lamar University has a postseason history of eight national trips, holding a combined 4-8 record in these games, with their last appearance in the WNIT in 2019.
State of Play
  • Washington State finished 18-13 in the regular season, performing strongly with standout players despite missing their leading scorer, Charlisse Leger Walker, to injury.
  • Lamar University and Washington State are meeting for the first time ever in this tournament clash, adding an element of unpredictability to the matchup.
What's Next

If Lamar University wins against Washington State, they will progress to face the winner of #4 Santa Clara and #5 BYU in the second round on March 24th, with the location determined based on the opponent.

Bottom Line

Lamar University's women's basketball team seeks redemption in the Women's Basketball Invitational Tournament, aiming to overcome the odds and make a mark in the national postseason scene with a win over Washington State.