The University of Cincinnati women's basketball team will face Purdue Fort Wayne in the second round of the WNIT on Sunday at Fifth Third Arena.

By the Numbers
  • Cincinnati holds a 5-8 all-time record in the WNIT.
  • The Bearcats have won 14 games under head coach Katrina Merriweather, their most in a season since 2019-20.
  • Senior Jillian Hayes leads the Big 12 in free throws made and ranks high in various statistical categories.
  • Hayes recorded her 10th double-double of the season against UCF.
  • Cincinnati would need 121 more rebounds to break the single-season program record.
State of Play
  • Cincinnati, with a victory, aims to advance to the Super 16 scheduled for March 27-29.
  • First-year head coach Katrina Merriweather has led Cincinnati to its 14th postseason appearance.
  • The Bearcats have had success in the 2024 WNIT, overcoming deficits and showcasing strong offensive and rebounding performances.
  • Hayes leads the team both offensively and defensively, setting records and ranking nationally in various categories.
Bottom Line

Cincinnati's women's basketball team, under Coach Merriweather's leadership and with standout performances from Jillian Hayes, is poised for success in the WNIT, displaying resilience and skill on the court.