Buzzer-Beater Brilliance: Aztecs shock UNLV

Veronica Sheffey’s last-second layup propels SDSU to a stunning victory over conference-leading Lady Rebels

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The Aztec Women’s Basketball team celebrates after beating #1 in Mountain West conference UNLV on January 25th, 2025 at Viejas Arena.

Leo Taghert

With just 3.2 seconds left, hope for San Diego State women’s basketball at Viejas Arena seemed lost. Conference-leading UNLV had just taken the lead and looked to remain undefeated in Mountain West Play.

However, Veronica Sheffey had other plans. The senior guard attacked the rim and drilled a layup with no time on the clock to earn a 59-58 win.

It was pure elation after the shot, but getting to that point was no easy…