No. 4-seed Maryland women’s basketball survived a tough battle against No. 13-seed Norfolk State, 82-69, to secure its spot in the Round of 32, but head coach Brenda Frese and the Terps don’t have much time to reflect.
They will be forced to move on instantly to No. 5-seed Alabama Monday, who defeated No. 12-seed Green Bay, 81-67, immediately prior to Maryland’s win.
“[Alabama is a] really strong SEC opponent, another team that has nothing but seniors and grad seniors,” Frese said. “They can shoot the three, they’re tough, there’s a lot of size, both with the four guards that play and the inside presence.