Iowa State (21-12, 11-6 Big 12) suffered an 87-81 overtime loss to No. 4 Stanford (30-5, 15-3 Pac-12) in the second round of the NCAA Championship, despite Emily Ryan's stellar 36-point performance.

By the Numbers
  • Ryan scored a career-high 36 points, tying the second-highest single-game mark in ISU NCAA Tournament history.
  • Addy Brown contributed 18 points and ISU totaled 12 3-pointers throughout the game.
  • Audi Crooks achieved her 32nd consecutive double-figure scoring game with 10 points and eight rebounds.
State of Play
  • Iowa State led early with a strong start shooting 6-of-8 from deep and maintaining a lead through regulation.
  • The game witnessed 18 lead changes and 12 ties, showcasing a competitive matchup until the last seconds of overtime.
What's Next

Iowa State's memorable season comes to an end following the hard-fought loss to Stanford, but the team's resilience and individual performances set a strong foundation for future success.

Bottom Line

Despite the heartbreaking defeat, Iowa State's performance, led by Emily Ryan's standout game, exemplified determination and talent, leaving a solid groundwork for the team's future endeavors.