Bridget Carleton walked into the locker room on Wednesday afternoon and overheard her teammates discussing the Big 12 women’s basketball tournament. She got excited, with maybe just a tinge of nervousness.
“I’m not really sure what to expect,” said Carleton, a true freshman. “The seniors have been talking about it. I’m excited. It’s a new experience for me, but I’m looking forward to it.”
The Iowa State women’s basketball team begins competition on Friday in Oklahoma City, Okla. The Cyclones open as the No. 8 seed, and play No. 9 Texas Tech in the first round. Tipoff is set for 6 p.