The Shorthorn · Mar 22, 2019
Lady Mavericks pull off historic win, advance in tournament
Senior guard Cierra Johnson steals the ball during the game against Stephen F. Austin State University on March 21 at College Park Center. Johnson snagged five steals against the Ladyjacks.The women’s basketball team topped Stephen F. Austin State University in a nail-biting 60-54 victory in the first round of the Women’s National Invitation Tournament.
UTA qualified for the tournament via an automatic bid with its regular season conference title while Stephen F. Austin State University qualified through an at-large bid.
The win landmarked several accolades: head coach Krista Gerlich’s 100th all-time win, her 24th win of the season and the first postseason win in Lady Mavericks history.