LSU Women's Basketball Advances to Sweet 16 After Dominating Win

The LSU Tigers women's basketball team, led by coach Kim Mulkey, advanced to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament after a decisive victory over the Florida State Seminoles, highlighted by a dominant 31-6 third quarter. Mulkey praised her players, particularly Sa'Myah Smith, for their unselfish play and contributions, emphasizing the importance of teamwork as they prepare to face North Carolina State next. In the opening round of the tournament, LSU also made headlines by scoring 103 points against San Diego State, part of a historic first round where six teams scored over 100 points, a record for the women's tournament. Flau'Jae Johnson's performance was pivotal, as she returned from an injury and became a key figure in the team's early success. The tournament has showcased explosive scoring, with LSU and other teams setting a new standard for offensive output. With their winning streak, LSU is not only competing for the championship but also supporting local families through a financial empowerment initiative tied to their performance in the tournament.