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Ohio State Women’s Basketball Advances to Its First Elite Eight Since 1993 With 73-61 Win Over UConn in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament

Eleven Warriors | March 25, 2023

Related Topics: Ohio State University, Cotie McMahon, 1994 NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Tournament, NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, University of Connecticut

History made.

For the first time in 30 years, Ohio State will play in the Elite Eight after the Buckeyes defeated UConn, 73-61, in the Sweet 16 on Saturday behind a dominant defensive performance and a 23-point effort from Cotie McMahon.

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McMahon's 23 led all players in the matchup. Ohio State also received contributions from Jacy Sheldon, who scored 17 points with five assists and two steals, while Taylor Mikesell and Taylor Thierry added nine and 11 points, respectively.

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