Washington came into Monday’s second round matchup against Maryland as sure underdogs.
This was a Huskie team that won their first NCAA Tournament game since 2006 on Saturday when they defeated Penn. Their inexperience didn’t seem to phase them as they defeated No. 2 seed Maryland 74-65 on Monday evening.
In addition, they haven’t made it to the Sweet 16 since 1995.
“The better team won tonight,” Maryland coach Brenda Frese said. “I thought Washington’s length and size gave us some problems.”
The Huskies top performer was junior guard Kelsey Plum. The nation’s fourth leading scorer finished with 32 points, six rebounds, and seven assists.