Niagara women's basketball secured a 91-86 victory over Le Moyne in the WNIT opener at the Gallagher Center, with four Purple Eagles achieving double-digit scoring.

The Big Picture

The win marks Niagara's first postseason tournament victory in the NCAA Division I era, alongside their inaugural hosting of a postseason tournament game.

By the Numbers
  • Four Purple Eagles hit double digits in scoring, led by An. Parker with 23 points, Aa. Parker with 19, Strong and Strother with 17 each.
  • Strong recorded her first career double-double with 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Glover secured her fourth consecutive double-digit rebound game with 10 boards.
State of Play
  • Niagara Women's Basketball holds an undefeated 8-0 record against Le Moyne all-time, with significant contributions from key players like An. Parker and Aa. Parker.
  • The team has recorded impressive statistics this season, averaging 26.2 points off turnovers and scoring a season-high 91 points in this game.
What's Next

The Purple Eagles will face Vermont in the WNIT second round on March 25 in Burlington, continuing their quest for advancement in the tournament.

Bottom Line

Niagara Women's Basketball celebrates a historic win, setting new records and advancing to the next stage of the WNIT with determination and standout performances from their key players.