(Tournament HQ) The quarterfinal round of the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) Women’s Basketball Tournament was filled with drama and excellent performances. Top seeds held in the top half of the bracket as #1 Indiana Tech and #4 Cornerstone escaped close games against Cleary and Concordia. In the bottom half, upsets prevailed. #6 UNOH earned and overtime victory over #3 Siena Heights and #7 Lourdes pulled off the upset of the evening with a one point victory over #2 Aquinas. Indiana Tech will host Cornerstone on Friday at 4 p.m. while UNOH now gets the chance to host as the higher seed, welcoming Lourdes to Lima for a 6 p.m. tip on Friday.

#1 Indiana Tech def. #8 Cleary, 64-60 | Box Score

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – In a thrilling Women’s basketball WHAC Tournament Quarterfinals encounter on February 26, 2025, the Indiana Tech Warriors edged out the Cleary Cougars with a final score of 64-60. Holding the top seed, the Warriors displayed resilience and skill to maintain their lead against the eighth-seeded Cougars.

The match began with Indiana Tech taking a commanding lead by halftime, outscoring Cleary 32-13. Despite a challenging second half where Cleary closed the gap significantly, the Warriors managed to hold on to their lead, demonstrating their determination and strategic prowess under pressure.

Genevieve Decker led Indiana Tech with 18 points, followed by Taylor Covington and Lauren Barton who each added 12 points, playing pivotal roles in securing this critical win. Together, their performance underlined the depth of talent within the Warriors’ roster. On the opposing side, Mileisha Rodriguez led the Cleary Cougars with 14 points, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide in their favor.

Additional noteworthy performances for Indiana Tech included Taedom Stein with 12 points and 6 assists, and Izzy Dugal, who contributed across the board with 4 points, 5 rebounds, and a steal. This collective effort highlights the Warriors’ team-oriented approach which has been a significant factor in their successful season.

With this victory, the Indiana Tech Warriors advance to the next round of the WHAC Tournament, scheduled for February 28, 2025, in Fort Wayne, Ind. The team’s focus and execution in this game promise an exciting next round as they continue their pursuit of the championship.

#4 Cornerstone def. #5 Concordia-Ann Arbor, 81-76 | Box Score

In a thrilling display of resilience and skill, the Cornerstone Golden Eagles overcame a halftime deficit to defeat the Concordia Cardinals with a final score of 81-76 in the WHAC Tournament Quarterfinals on February 26, 2025. The game, which was fiercely contested by both teams, saw the Cornerstone team, seeded #4, leveraging their tactical prowess to outplay #5 seed Concordia, despite the Cardinals’ strong start.

The Cardinals led at halftime with a score of 34-28, driven by an outstanding performance from Abby Long, who amassed a remarkable 33 points throughout the game. However, the Golden Eagles, fueled by top scorers Olivia Kubik and Mackenzie Goodwin who scored 16 and 15 points respectively, mounted a significant comeback in the second half. Their effective offense and strategic plays turned the tide in their favor by the final whistle.

As they celebrate this crucial victory, the Cornerstone Golden Eagles now set their sights on the next challenge in the tournament. They travel to Fort Wayne to take on top-seeded Indiana Tech on Friday at 6 p.m.

#7 Lourdes def. #2 Aquinas, 62-21 | Box Score

In an exhilarating Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) Tournament Quarterfinals showdown, the Lourdes Gray Wolves clinched a narrow one-point victory over the Aquinas Saints. Held on February 26, 2025, the Lourdes team, entering as the #7 seed, upset the #2 seeded Aquinas, ending with a score of 62-61.

The game remained tightly contested throughout, with Lourdes trailing 33-38 at halftime but managing to keep the pressure on their higher-seeded opponents. Key performances by Emma Pedroza, who scored a stunning 24 points, and Macie Stringfellow with 14 points, propelled the Gray Wolves forward. The pivotal moment came when Pedroza delivered a last-second jumper to seal the victory, showcasing not just skilled execution but also critical game-time decision making.

Despite strong efforts from Aquinas’ Clair Gregwer and Ashlyn Wilkes, who scored 14 and 12 points respectively, it was the cohesive teamwork on assists and rebounds that kept Lourdes in the game. The string of significant contributions allowed them to maintain competitiveness till the final buzzer.

Looking ahead, the Gray Wolves are set to face #6 UNOH in Lima, Ohio, on February 28, 2025. They carry forward the momentum from this thrilling win as they continue their quest in the WHAC Tournament.

#6 UNOH def. #3 Siena Heights, 74-66 | Box Score

In an exhilarating Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) Tournament Quarterfinals match, the Northwestern Ohio Racers defeated the Siena Heights Saints in a closely fought 74-66 victory on February 26, 2025. Coming in as the #6 seed, the Racers managed to trump the #3 seed Saints in a game that proved every possession counts.

The first half saw Northwestern Ohio slightly behind Siena Heights with a score of 26-25. However, the Racers, led by stellar performances from Alysia Lawson who notched 27 points, and Jayci Allen with 22 points, turned the tide in the second half. A critical 3-pointer from Lawson during overtime was a game-changer, giving Northwestern Ohio a pivotal lead they never relinquished.

Noteworthy performances included Olivia Thompson, who contributed significantly with 10 points and vital defensive blocks, and Alayha Allen, who secured 12 rebounds and 4 blocks, bolstering the Racers’ defense. The combination of strategic offense and tight defense by Northwestern Ohio shaped the final outcome.

Northwestern Ohio is set to continue its pursuit of the championship at the next round of the WHAC Tournament, scheduled for February 28, 2025, in Lima, Ohio. The team looks forward to carrying forward their strategic gameplay and momentum into the subsequent rounds.