Ferris State Women's Basketball achieved a historic milestone with a #3 national ranking in the final WBCA Division II Top 25 Coaches Poll after an impressive season culminating in the NCAA Division II National Semifinals.

By the Numbers
  • The team received 492 points in the WBCA voting, elevating 11 spots from #14 in the previous poll.
  • Ferris State was ranked behind national champion Minnesota State and runner-up Texas Woman's University.
  • They had their highest ranking in program history in the WBCA poll.
State of Play
  • Ferris State finished the 2023-24 season with a record of 26-6 and won the Midwest Regional Championship for the first time.
  • The team advanced to the NCAA Division II Elite Eight and the national semifinals under the guidance of fourth-year head coach Kurt Westendorp.
  • They defeated several top-ranked teams, including Grand Valley State and Ashland, during their remarkable season.
Bottom Line

Ferris State Women's Basketball's remarkable season led to a historic #3 national ranking, marking a significant achievement in the program's history and solidifying their status as a top contender in Division II basketball.