Daemen women's basketball has achieved a historic #10 ranking in the final Women's Basketball Coaches Association NCAA Division II poll. The team concluded the season with a standout 26-4 record and secured its fifth consecutive East Coast Conference (ECC) title. This season, the Wildcats reached the NCAA Tournament for the seventh year in a row and advanced to the East Region Final for the second time in three years, although they fell to Holy Family in the regional final. They dominated the ECC, leading in scoring, steals, and blocks while maintaining a formidable defense against opponents. Their remarkable performance includes an undefeated road record of 11-0 and impressive wins against ranked teams.

By the Numbers
  • Finished with a 26-4 overall record and a 15-1 ECC record.
  • Ranked #10 in the final WBCA poll after achieving a #3 seed in the NCAA East Region Tournament.
  • Led the ECC in scoring (71.7 PPG) and steals (15.7 SPG, 5th nationally).
  • Achieved a perfect 11-0 road record, marking their most road wins in Division II history.
State of Play
  • Daemen secured its fifth consecutive ECC title and reached the NCAA Tournament for the seventh straight year.
  • The Wildcats defeated top seeds in the tournament before losing to Holy Family in the East Region Final.
What's Next

As Daemen looks toward next season, expectations remain high to continue their success in both the ECC and NCAA tournaments. With potential returning talent and strong performance metrics, the Wildcats aim to improve their standings and advance further in the NCAA Tournament.

Bottom Line

Daemen women's basketball has established itself as a dominant force in Division II, exemplified by their top ranking and record-breaking season. They are poised for continued success and should capitalize on their strengths to enhance their NCAA tournament performance in the future.