Stanford’s March Madness Streak is Over

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To Know About Women’s Basketball Today

1. Stanford’s Historic Tournament Streak Likely Ends After 37 Years 😢

For the first time since 1987, Stanford (16-14) is expected to miss the NCAA Tournament. A first-round 63-46 loss on Wednesday to Clemson in the ACC Tournament likely sealed their fate, snapping what had been the second-longest streak in women’s college basketball history behind Tennessee’s 42-year run. (SB Nation)

WHY IT MATTERS: Stanford’s 37-year tournament run included multiple national titles, All-Americans, and the legendary leadership of Tara VanDerveer, who retired last season as the winningest coach in college basketball history. Now, under a new coaching staff and in a new conference, the program faces an unfamiliar reality—rebuilding for the first time in decades.

2. Finalists Announced for Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year 🏆

Her Hoop Stats unveiled the five finalists for the 2025 Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year Award, recognizing the top players from non-Power 4 conferences (ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, SEC). The five finalists include:

• Katie Dinnebier (Drake)

• Megan McConnell (Duquesne)

• Yvonne Ejim (Gonzaga)

• Harmoni Turner (Harvard)

• Laura Ziegler (Saint Joseph’s)

The winner will be announced during the NCAA Tournament. (Her Hoops Stats)

WHY IT MATTERS: Mid-major programs may not get the same spotlight as power conference schools, but they still produce elite talent. Players like Becky Hammon (Colorado State) and Alysha Clark (Middle Tennessee) started at smaller schools before making their mark in the WNBA. This award highlights the next wave of talent who could follow in their footsteps.

3. Boston College Stuns Syracuse in ACC Tournament Comeback 🔥

Boston College just pulled off one of the biggest comebacks in ACC Women’s Tournament history. Trailing 13-seed Syracuse by 19 points, the 12-seed Eagles roared back for a thrilling 76-73 upset. Dontavia Waggoner led the charge with a career-high 32 points, while JaKayla Thompson hit the go-ahead basket with 1:27 left. (Local SYR)

WHY IT MATTERS: March basketball is here, and with it, the chaos we all love—momentum swings, last-minute heroics, and wild finishes. Whether it’s a buzzer-beater or an epic comeback, anything can happen in tournament play. And with the depth of talent this season, no team is a lock.

📺 Watch highlights from Boston College’s incredible comeback here 👉 ACC Digital Network