TCU Women’s Basketball Falls to West Virginia in Big 12 Championship
“It was very important,” said Jordan Harrison after leading West Virginia to a 62-53 victory over TCU in the Big 12 championship game held in Kansas City, Mo. Harrison’s performance, which included 21 points, earned her the title of Most Outstanding Player of the tournament.
Despite being the top seed in the Big 12 tournament, TCU struggled to find their rhythm in the championship match. Olivia Miles led the Horned Frogs in scoring with 17 points, but the team faced challenges, shooting only 8 of 31 from three-point range.
Mark Kellogg, TCU’s head coach, acknowledged the need for a stronger offensive performance, stating, “We knew we needed to score more than 50.” This sentiment echoed the team’s previous success, having reached the Elite Eight in the prior season.
West Virginia’s victory not only secured the championship title but also granted them the Big 12’s automatic qualifier for the upcoming NCAA tournament. This win marks a significant achievement for West Virginia, who last claimed the Big 12 tournament title in 2017.
Looking ahead, TCU is projected as a two seed in ESPN’s latest bracketology, indicating a strong position for the NCAA tournament. The selection show is set to take place on March 15 at 7 p.m. on ESPN, where TCU will learn their fate.
Mark Campbell, TCU’s head coach, reflected on the season’s accomplishments, saying, “This hurts, but I’m so proud of what our program’s accomplished.” His comments highlight the resilience and potential of the TCU women’s basketball program moving forward.
As the team prepares for the NCAA tournament, they will aim to build on their experiences from the Big 12 championship game. The loss serves as a learning opportunity, and the Horned Frogs will look to refine their strategy and execution in the coming weeks.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential adjustments to the team’s lineup or strategy as they head into the NCAA tournament. However, the focus will undoubtedly be on improving their shooting performance and capitalizing on scoring opportunities.
