Loyola University Chicago's women's basketball team is set to face George Washington in the Super 16 of the Women's National Invitation Tournament (WNIT) on March 27. After a record-breaking season of 33 games, the Ramblers captured their first postseason win since 2021, defeating Norfolk State 58-54 and followed it up with a 62-56 victory over Florida Gulf Coast. Key players Alexus Mobley and Rosalie Mercille are expected to be pivotal in this matchup, with Mobley recently scoring a season-high 27 points in the previous game. This matchup marks the first time Loyola has won multiple postseason games in a single season in its history.

By the Numbers
  • Alexus Mobley averaged 11.6 points per game and scored 27 points in the last game against Florida Gulf Coast.
  • Loyola achieved a program record of 33 games played in a single season.
Yes, But

Despite their recent successes, Loyola is historically trailing George Washington 2-5 in their all-time series. However, Loyola did beat George Washington earlier this season, which may provide them with a confidence boost heading into this matchup.

State of Play
  • Loyola Chicago has momentum after winning two postseason games, a program first.
  • George Washington enters the game with a record of 17-17, having recently advanced past the A-10 Championship.
What's Next

If the Ramblers achieve victory over George Washington, they will advance further in the WNIT, further solidifying their program's resurgence and postseason capabilities.

Bottom Line

Tonight's game is critical for Loyola Chicago, not just for advancing in the tournament but also for establishing a stronger postseason identity as they continue to build on their recent successes.