NJIT's women's basketball season ended with a 59-52 loss to Army West Point in the second round of the WNIT, marking a historic campaign for the Highlanders. They achieved their first postseason victory and advanced to the second round for the first time in program history. NJIT finished the season with 19 wins, a new program record, and capped off the campaign with several team and individual accolades, highlighted by senior Alejandra Zuniga's outstanding performance.

By the Numbers
  • NJIT set a program record with 19 total wins, surpassing the previous high of 18 in the 2004-05 season.
  • Alejandra Zuniga, NJIT's all-time leading scorer, averaged 17.8 points, 3.9 assists, and 3.8 rebounds per game this season.
Yes, But

Despite the strong performance this season, NJIT's loss in the second round raises questions about their ability to build on this momentum in future seasons, especially with key seniors graduating.

State of Play
  • NJIT's women's basketball team made significant progress, evident in their milestones and overall performance.
  • The Highlanders finished with nine conference wins, tying their program record from last season.
What's Next

Looking ahead, NJIT will need to develop their recruiting strategy to fill the gaps left by graduating seniors. Future seasons will likely focus on maintaining competitive momentum within the America East Conference.

Bottom Line

The Highlanders' record-setting season demonstrates the potential for growth in NJIT women's basketball, but sustaining this progress will require strategic planning and strong recruiting efforts moving forward.