The Fairfield University Women's Basketball team ended a historic season, losing 79-60 to Notre Dame in the NCAA Tournament's first round. Meghan Andersen led the Stags with 21 points and reached a milestone of 1,500 career points. Fairfield kept the game competitive early on, trailing by only one point at times, but ultimately fell behind. They wrapped up the season with a remarkable 28-5 record, notching their third consecutive MAAC Championship. This year also marked their highest tournament seed at 11th, featuring a record-setting offensive output.

By the Numbers
  • Fairfield scored a program-record 2,476 points this season.
  • They made a conference record of 373 three-pointers, the most in the nation.
State of Play
  • Fairfield maintained a .888 winning percentage ranked fifth nationally over the past three seasons.
  • They were one of only three teams in the tournament with three consecutive conference titles.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Fairfield will aim to build on this successful season, potentially recruiting new talent to enhance their competitiveness in future NCAA Tournaments. Maintaining their strong performance could position them for even better seeding in subsequent years.

Bottom Line

The Stags' impressive season highlights the growth of their program as they continue to set records and compete at high levels. Key players like Meghan Andersen have laid a strong foundation for future success, emphasizing the need for ongoing development and recruitment strategies.