LSU Tigers defeat Virginia Tech in comeback for a National Championship Spot.
1. Introduction
LSU Women's Basketball team has made it to the National Championship after an incredible victory over No.1-seeded Virginia Tech.
LSU Women's Basketball Team Advances to National Championship: Angel Reese Breaks Records
2. History of LSU Women's Basketball program and their previous achievements
The Tigers, who were seeded No.3, secured their place in the championship game by making a stunning comeback in the fourth quarter to win 79-72 at the American Airlines Arena in Dallas.
This historic achievement will be the first time in the program's history that the team will play for a national championship in basketball.
Before this season, the women's basketball program had made it to five consecutive women's Final Fours from 2004-08, but had always fallen short of advancing past the national semifinals. However, that changed this year.
3. Upcoming National Championship game against No.2 Iowa
The Tigers will play against No.2 Iowa in the National Championship game, with the game set to be aired on ABC at 3:30 p.m. CT on Sunday.
The LSU Women's Basketball program has a remarkable opportunity to secure LSU's 50th national championship as a sports department.
4. Recap of LSU's victory over Virginia Tech, highlighting key players and standout performances
LSU outscored Virginia Tech 29-13 in the fourth quarter, resulting in an impressive seven-point win. Alexis Morris, the fifth-year senior, and Angel Reese, the sophomore forward, led the Tigers with 27 and 24 points, respectively. Elizabeth Kitley, who led the Hokies, finished with 18 points and 12 rebounds. Kayana Traylor and Georgia Amoore also tallied 17 points each.
5. Head Coach Kim Mulkey's history and goals for the team
In her second season with LSU, Head Coach Mulkey will lead the team in her fourth National Championship game. She has made history as the only individual, regardless of gender, to secure NCAA DI Championships as a player, assistant coach, and head coach. Her ultimate goal is to become the first-ever NCAA DI Women's Basketball Coach to win NCAA Championships at multiple institutions.
6. Impressive debut season for Angel Reese, breaking rebounding records
Reese, who transferred to LSU from Maryland, scored 24 points and hauled in 12 rebounds. This outstanding performance propelled her team to the Championship game in her inaugural year as a Tiger.
She broke two rebounding records with her 12 boards, totaling 545 rebounds this season to break the all-time record for both LSU and the entire Southeastern Conference (SEC).
7. Alexis Morris's outstanding performance in the game and her upcoming final college basketball game
Morris, who played an exceptional game, led LSU with 12 points in the first half and finished the night with 27. The Beaumont, Texas native will play her final college basketball game in her home state.
8. Conclusion - Coach Mulkey's thoughts on the team's success with a mostly new roster
Mulkey is thrilled with the team's achievements, especially considering that the team comprises nine new pieces (four freshmen and five transfers) and only one returning contributor in Alexis Morris. The Head Coach admitted that she never thought she would have the opportunity to achieve this level of success in just two years.
FAQ'S
1. When did LSU beat Notre Dame?
1997: LSU 27, Notre Dame 9 (Independence Bowl)
LSU beat Notre Dame 27-9 in the 1997 Independence Bowl, with touchdowns from Abram Booty and Rondell Mealey leading the comeback.
2. Did LSU win 2012?
In 2012, LSU narrowly avoided an upset and managed to escape with a 41-35 win.
3. Who did LSU beat in 2007 championship?
LSU proved their dominance in the 2007 season of college football by defeating Ohio State 38-24 in the BCS Championship Game. This victory left no doubt in the minds of those in the college football universe as to who the best team was, surpassing USC, Georgia, and Ohio State.
