Arkansas State's women's basketball team secured a spot in the WNIT Fab 4 with a decisive 71-53 victory over Cleveland State, led by senior Wynter Rogers who scored a career-high 20 points. The Red Wolves displayed strong shooting and defense, limiting the Vikings to just 33 percent shooting, while Arkansas State shot 43 percent overall. Despite a slow second quarter, A-State opened up the game in the second half with a significant scoring streak, ultimately overpowering Cleveland State. Zyion Shannon contributed with 14 points and five rebounds, helping maintain the team's momentum. Next, Arkansas State will host Marshall in the Fab 4 matchup on April 1.

By the Numbers
  • Wynter Rogers scored a career-high 20 points and had 5 rebounds.
  • Arkansas State shot 43% from the field and 33% from three-point range.
  • Cleveland State made only 14% of their three-point attempts (2-of-14).
State of Play
  • Arkansas State has improved to a record of 27-9 this season.
  • The Red Wolves will play their WNIT Fab 4 matchup against Marshall on April 1.
What's Next

As Arkansas State prepares to face Marshall, they will aim to build on their strong performance against Cleveland State and make a push for the WNIT title.

Bottom Line

Arkansas State's dominant win showcases their potential as they move forward in the tournament, with strong individual performances from key players setting the stage for upcoming challenges.