Grambling State Women’s Basketball Season Ends in Defeat in WNIT 2nd Round
GSU's women's basketball team ends its remarkable season with a 102-76 defeat against Louisiana-Monroe in the WNIT's second round, marking a historic year for Coach Courtney Simmons and the Lady Tigers.
The Big PictureThe team's impressive 23-10 overall record, including 15-3 in the SWAC, highlighted by Simmons' matching a record number of wins for a debut season coach and the most victories for the program since 1999-2000.
By the Numbers- Grambling State shot 33.3% from the field, 52.6% from three-point range, and 69.2% from the free-throw line.
- Louisiana-Monroe outrebounded GSU 52-42 and scored 48 points in the paint compared to GSU's 24 points.
- GSU ended with a monumental season under Coach Simmons, showcasing significant improvement and competitiveness in the SWAC.
- Jakayla Jackson of Louisiana-Monroe dominated with 30 points, eight rebounds, three assists, and three steals in the game.
The Lady Tigers' season culminates in a loss despite their remarkable performance, underscoring the progress made under Coach Simmons and setting a promising trajectory for the future of the women's basketball program at GSU.
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