Duke's Greenwell is espnW's player of the week
After leading the Blue Devils to an upset of third-ranked South Carolina, junior guard Rebecca Greenwell nabbed espnW's weekly honor.
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UConn jumps Notre Dame for No. 1 in AP poll
UConn is back in a familiar spot, No. 1 in the AP poll, after passing also undefeated Notre Dame by two points.
Duke to retire Elizabeth Williams' No. 1 jersey
Duke will retire Elizabeth Williams' No. 1 jersey during the Blue Devils' game against Kentucky on Dec. 29.
Judge tentatively rules for ex-SDSU coach Burns
The judge in former San Diego State coach Beth Burns' wrong termination case issued tentative rulings to deny the California State University system's motion to abandon a $3.35 million verdict.
Sun's Ogwumike has Achilles tendon surgery
Connecticut Sun forward Chiney Ogwumike could miss up to nine months after having surgery on her Achilles tendon in her left leg.
Rutgers retires former star Pondexter's jersey
Former Rutgers basketball star Cappie Pondexter became the third women's player at the school to have her jersey retired, with her No. 25 joining June Olkowski and Sue Wicks in the rafters.
UConn gets verbal from elite junior Collier
Pointing to coach Geno Auriemma and chemistry with the team, Charli Collier, a 6-foot-5 junior center, gives a verbal commitment to UConn.
NCAA explores tweaks to women's hoops tourney
According to a survey obtained by the AP, the women's basketball oversight committee is exploring ways to change the format of the NCAA tournament, including moving the Final Four back a week.
Balance helps UConn bounce back from slow start
Texas dominated UConn early on Sunday. But then Geno Auriemma delivered a timeout speech he saves just to jolt the Huskies. Point taken. UConn made all the right adjustments to pull away, 72-54.
Jeremy Lin and Jason Terry are rooting for Natalie Chou
Natalie Chou can't help the comparisons to Linsanity as she attempts to shatter stereotypes. From pro-style workouts with Jason Terry to navigating her first year at Baylor, this is her story.
Duke upsets No. 3 South Carolina (0:43)
Louisville coach rants about participation trophies (2:19)
Recruit's success a matter of horse
Caitlin Bickle traces her balance and strength on the basketball court to years of horseback riding. Now a Bears program -- Baylor or Cal -- could benefit from her unique athletic background.
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Colorado cruises to an easy win over Idaho State
Colorado cruises to an easy win over Idaho State
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No. 5 Maryland holds on to remain perfect
No. 5 Maryland holds on to remain perfect
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UConn cruises by DePaul for 81st straight win
UConn cruises by DePaul for 81st straight win
'Around the Rim' podcast: West Coastin'
LaChina Robinson chats with Washington guard and the nation's leading scorer Kelsey Plum on family, last season's Final Four run, the team's expectations and more.
Kristy Wallace has come a long way to bolster Baylor
Australian guard Kristy Wallace can't imagine playing college basketball anywhere other than Baylor, where she's become "a key cog" for a team with national championship ambitions.
Virginia Tech's Hicks is espnW's player of the week
After leading the Hokies (6-0) to an upset of No. 17 Tennessee, sophomore guard Chanette Hicks nabbed espnW's weekly honor.
South Carolina defense shuts down Louisville
In a top-five showdown, South Carolina showed why it remains an elite team with championship expectations. And the No. 3 Gamecocks made sure No. 4 Louisville remained on the outside looking in.
Drexel makes debut in mid-major poll
South Dakota State remains on top, but Gonzaga jumps six spots to No. 2 after its first win in program history over Stanford. Drexel, which upset Syracuse, and three other teams join the top 10.
Sophomore season marks new beginning for Durr
By some counts the nation's No. 1 recruit, Asia Durr's freshman year was slowed by injury. After dealing with that and shaken confidence, she's off to a fresh start -- and Louisville is 6-0.
How Elena Delle Donne learned to accept -- and embrace -- her height
When you're 6-5, it's just assumed you'll play hoops. But it wasn't until Elena Delle Donne questioned her path that she really stood out.
Tennessee takes over at the top of the recruiting class rankings
First it was Louisville. Then it was Connecticut. Now, after a late commitment from Rennia Davis, Tennessee claims the No. 1 spot in the 2017 recruiting class rankings.
South Carolina has no problems with Maine (0:43)
The making of Tennessee's top-ranked class
Anastasia Hayes was the first 2017 star to commit to Tennessee. After timely texts and chocolate milk, Kasiyahna Kushkituah, Evina Westbrook and Rennia Davis followed to form the No. 1 class.
Notre Dame's Ogunbowale is espnW's player of the week
After leading No. 1 Notre Dame to a 4-0 start and the Preseason WNIT title, and scoring a career-high 30 points in the season opener, sophomore guard Arike Ogunbowale nabbed espnW's weekly honor.
Coates scores 28 points in South Carolina's win (0:49)
'Around the Rim': An inside look
LaChina Robinson sits down for an exclusive interview with South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley, who talks about the Gamecocks' expectations, transfer athletes and much more.
Samuelson's deep shooting leads UConn past LSU (0:57)
Fever bring in former Sky coach Pokey Chatman
Former Chicago Sky coach Pokey Chatman has been hired to coach the Indiana Fever.
UConn freshman Dangerfield helps deliver win over Baylor
UConn might still be trying to figure out its identity. But Geno Auriemma might have his latest freshman gem in Crystal Dangerfield, who scored 19 points to lead the Huskies past No. 2 Baylor.
Williams recovers from foul trouble to spark UConn
In both of UConn's games this season, Gabby Williams has found herself in early foul trouble. But against Baylor, the junior guard regrouped to score 12 of her 14 points in a pivotal second half.
NIU's Lehman scores 48 in 2OT win (0:46)
Will Baylor frosh go from rivals to perfect pair?
Top-ranked recruits Natalie Chou and Lauren Cox are looking to end No. 3 UConn's winning streak on Thursday (7:30 ET, ESPN3) and help a veteran Baylor team get to the Final Four this spring.
Thomas More vacates Div. III title over violations
Thomas More College has vacated its 2014-15 Division III women's basketball title. It is also on probation for two years after its top player lived with an assistant coach's family.
South Carolina's Alaina Coates is a true throwback center
The South Carolina center isn't the best player on her own team. But the 6-foot-4 star could muscle her way into becoming the best pro prospect in the nation.
Believe it: #tallgirlproblems are real
From jeans that fit like capris to corny and cliché one-liners to cramped quarters on airplanes, these women's basketball players live #tallgirlproblems on a daily basis.
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Women's College Basketball Highlights
Texas takes down Houston Baptist
Texas takes down Houston Baptist
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Oklahoma pulls away from Arkansas-Little Rock
Oklahoma pulls away from Arkansas-Little Rock
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DeShields leads No. 13 Tennessee over ETSU 83-58
DeShields leads No. 13 Tennessee over ETSU 83-58
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Duke cruises past Longwood
Duke cruises past Longwood
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George Washington is right fit for new coach Rizzotti
Jennifer Rizzotti had said few schools could lure her away from Hartford. When George Washington opened up, Rizzotti knew the time was right. The coach and the Colonials are off to a 1-1 start.
Davis, Gray make immediate impact for Gamecocks
Eligible for the first time at South Carolina, transfers Kaela Davis and Allisha Gray combined for 61 points on Monday to carry the No. 4 Gamecocks to a road win at seventh-ranked Ohio State.
Former WNBA player Tamara James is now mayor of her hometown
The 32-year-old plans to lead and give back to a city that has supported her
Auriemma, Connecticut overcome slow start in win (3:51)
UConn-FSU
UConn-FSU
Brittany Brown's steal leads to another bucket for FSU
Brittany Brown's steal leads to another bucket for FSU
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Saniya Chong hits a three for Connecticut
Saniya Chong hits a three for Connecticut
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Chong cuts through the FSU defense for the layup
Chong cuts through the FSU defense for the layup
All-American analysis
We picked the players -- and then got help from some of the top coaches to break down what makes these players so special. We give you the espnW preseason All-Americans.
Slideshow: The signature moments
Hundreds of the best basketball players across the country are signing national letters of intent this week. We peek in on their ceremonies.
How far can Canada carry UCLA?
Jordin Canada knows one speed: all-out. But as she has morphed into one of the nation's top point guards, UCLA's spot among the elite teams might hinge on Canada's maturation as a leader.
Turner is Notre Dame's quiet cornerstone
The Irish's rise to an annual place in the top five has been built around perimeter stars. But Notre Dame is now Brianna Turner's team, no matter how little emotion the junior forward shows.
Can South Carolina take the next step?
The Gamecocks reached their first Final Four in 2015. With A'ja Wilson and Alaina Coates leading the way, South Carolina has its sights set on returning to the semis -- and getting even further.
Why an NCAA title run is a realistic goal for the Buckeyes
Ohio State has a roster that could win it all, especially as transfers such as Stephanie Mavunga join Kelsey Mitchell, one of the nation's top players. Will the Buckeyes get the mix right?
Finals MVP Parker finally captures elusive WNBA title
Candace Parker could have gotten caught up in the disappointment she has endured this year. Instead, she empowered her teammates, and together, the Sparks won their first WNBA title in 14 years.
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In this week's roster review, we look at @twin1532's top games last season, as well as her offseason plans. READ:… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
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I pray for discernment b/c I depend heavily on God to give me the green light on who to trust & how to trust. Prayer is so important.
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They are in my top 20 this week, pretty sure this is week 2 for me with the Ducks in my top 25. twitter.com/YoungBuckets_b…
New York Liberty @nyliberty
.@tinacharles31 showing off some of that hard work that helped her lead the @WNBA in scoring and rebounding 💪 twitter.com/WNBA/status/80…
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That wasn't the actual order, that was just how they came out in tweet. I had K State higher than Michigan. twitter.com/jakew1967/stat…
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Congrats to Coach Clawson and Wake Forest! Great season! #AlumniLove twitter.com/WakeFB/status/…
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Earlier this year we went all-access with former MVP, @tinacharles31 at one of her workouts. #WatchMeWork… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
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I had Notre Dame #1, UConn #2, Michigan & Kansas State were added in my top 25. Virginia Tech, Northwestern, Auburn… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
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.@RebeccaLobo borrowed a page from @Drake's book to show love for @UGACoachLanders. es.pn/2haCilB
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For the first time since 2005, the No. 1 team in the AP Top 25 lost its top ranking without losing a game. es.pn/2gvee95
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Man crush everyday. @RebeccaLobo borrowed a page from @Drake's book to show love for Coach Landers. es.pn/2haCilB
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Congrats @E_Williams_1! A special person & player! You are awesome in so many ways & this is just the beginning!… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
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Wednesday will still be a 1-2 showdown. But @UConnWBB (809 pts) has taken over No. 1 in the AP Top 25, edging No. 2 @ndwbb (807 pts).
Debbie Antonelli @debbieantonelli
National Defensive Player of the Year!! twitter.com/E_Williams_1/s…
Debbie Antonelli @debbieantonelli
Congrats @E_Williams_1 on being recognized by your Jersey hanging in Cameron!. Enjoyed covering you at Duke for 4 years!
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Love the work @MariaTaylor7 & @Fantasti_Co are doing w/ @TheWELeadership! Two young women investing time as catalys… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…
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.@CarolynSwords named the EuroBasket EEWBL Player of the Week after dropping 24 points in a win for Basket Gdynia!… twitter.com/i/web/status/8…