The Vermont women's basketball team secured a #14 seed in the NCAA Tournament after winning the America East Championship. They will face #3 seed Louisville on March 21 at 12 p.m. ET in Louisville, Kentucky. This matchup marks the fourth meeting between the two teams, with Louisville currently leading the series 2-1. Vermont is entering the tournament with a strong 27-7 record, having won eight of their last nine games. The Catamounts have made three NCAA Tournament appearances in the last four years.

By the Numbers
  • Vermont holds a record of 27-7 heading into the NCAA Tournament.
  • The team has won eight of their last nine games, including a victory over two-seed Maine in the conference title game (61-43).
State of Play
  • Vermont's matchup against Louisville is set for 12 p.m. ET on March 21.
  • Tickets for the NCAA Tournament First Round can be requested until 9 a.m. ET on March 16.
What's Next

If Vermont wins against Louisville, they could advance to face the winner of the 11-seed URI vs. 6-seed Alabama game. This victory could enhance Vermont's national profile and potentially lead to deeper tournament runs in future seasons.

Bottom Line

The Vermont women's basketball team's strong late-season performance positions them as a competitive force in the NCAA Tournament, and their success could signal a promising future for the program.