Big Ten Media Days Highlights Women's Basketball

At the Big Ten Media Days in Rosemont, Illinois, Michigan State women's basketball, under second-year coach, prepared for the upcoming season, emphasizing their annual Michigan State Madness event. Indiana women's basketball coach Teri Moren reflected on her team's near-upset against South Carolina in the NCAA Tournament, expressing pride despite the loss. Moren highlighted the increasing competition in national recruiting with the addition of Oregon, UCLA, USC, and Washington to the Big Ten, strengthening the league's overall talent. Michigan Wolverines' coach Kim Barnes Arico noted the importance of the new teams in enhancing the conference's depth and the evolving landscape of opportunities for women in sports due to NIL. The event marked a shift in format, allowing for a more interactive experience between coaches and the media, fostering discussions about the growth of women's basketball. Overall, the atmosphere at Media Days was filled with anticipation for the upcoming season and the potential impact of new conference dynamics.