NCAA Women’s Basketball: Game Breakdown
🏀 Women’s College Basketball Recap — March 3, 2026
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Tuesday night across Division I women’s basketball delivered a full slate of action featuring clutch performances, overtime battles, and dominant wins as teams continue to position themselves for postseason momentum. Several players stepped up with standout scoring nights while others powered their teams to critical victories.
Austin Peay secured a solid 63–56 win over Lipscomb, fueled by Jim’Miyah Branton’s 18 points, helping the Governors control the tempo down the stretch. Lipscomb’s Molly Heard led all scorers with 23 points, but the Bisons couldn't overcome Austin Peay’s defensive pressure late in the game.
In Southland action, Nicholls rolled past East Texas A&M 69–49, led by Sh’Diamond McKnight’s 15 points, while Rezia Castillo added 11 for the Lions in the loss.
South Alabama defeated App State 68–57, with Daniela Gonzalez scoring 17 points to lead the Jaguars. App State’s Daisia Mitchell contributed 16 points, keeping the Mountaineers competitive throughout.
One of the most lopsided games of the night came when Florida Gulf Coast dominated Bellarmine 94–28. Eve Alexander poured in 20 points as FGCU showcased its offensive firepower. Bellarmine’s Kayce Hyman finished with 12 points in the tough defeat.
A standout individual performance came from Mikaylah Manley, who erupted for 32 points to lead Louisiana past Georgia State 71–66. Georgia State’s Crystal Henderson scored 22 points in a strong effort.
The night’s most dramatic contest came in overtime, where West Georgia edged North Florida 76–71 (OT) behind Sydne Tolbert’s 22 points. North Florida’s Georgi Buzzetti finished with 19 points, but the Wolves controlled overtime to secure the victory.
San Diego State defeated Air Force 74–57, powered by Nat Martinez’s 22 points, while Air Force’s Milahnie Perry delivered an impressive 26-point performance despite the loss.
In SWAC play, Jackson State held off Arkansas-Pine Bluff 63–59, with Jaileyah Cotton leading the Tigers with 20 points. Khaniah Gardner scored 17 points for UAPB.
Alabama State survived Southern 65–63 in another close battle, as Caylee Simpson scored 16 points, while Southern’s Jaylia Reed added 13.
Rice defeated Charlotte 63–56, with Dominique Ennis scoring 23 points, while Charlotte’s Princess Anderson led all scorers with 27 points.
Alabama A&M took down Grambling 55–50, thanks to Kalia Walker’s 19-point performance.
Alcorn State beat Mississippi Valley State 67–56, with Nakia Cheatham scoring 17 points to lead the Braves.
In another overtime thriller, Nevada defeated Utah State 72–69, behind Skylar Durley’s 22 points, while Elise Livingston scored 21 points for Utah State.
Wyoming narrowly defeated Grand Canyon 59–57, as Malene Pedersen scored 20 points. GCU’s Chloe Mann matched the total with 20 points in the loss.
Wichita State earned a 60–55 win over North Texas, with Abby Cater scoring 20 points, while Aysia Proctor led UNT with 19.
One of the biggest blowouts came when South Florida dominated Temple 82–36, led by L’or Mputu’s 20 points.
Florida Atlantic edged Tulane 61–57, with Michiyah Simmons scoring 13, while Kanija Daniel led Tulane with 21 points.
North Alabama narrowly defeated Queens 57–55, with India Howard scoring 18 points, while Jermany Mapp finished with 16.
Northwestern State defeated New Orleans 81–65, as Vernell Atamah exploded for 31 points, one of the highest scoring performances of the night.
New Mexico defeated Fresno State 86–64, powered by Destinee Hooks’ 22 points, while Danae Powell scored 27 points for Fresno State.
Closing out the night, Colorado State beat San José State 67–44, with Brooke Carlson leading CSU with 14 points, while Maya Anderson scored 16 for the Spartans.
With conference tournaments approaching, these performances highlight players stepping up at the right time as teams battle for momentum heading into March.
