Princeton’s Women’s Basketball Team is gearing up to face the Penn Quakers at Jadwin Gym this Friday at 7 p.m. It’s an exciting matchup as the team maintains its spot in the AP Top 25 at No. 23, marking six weeks of consistent ranking. Additionally, they hold No. 24 in the WBCA Coaches’ Poll for the fourth straight week.
The Tigers have had a solid season, boasting a Net Ranking of 44. This includes a notable win against Villanova and three other strong performances. Their non-conference strength of schedule is ranked 24, which showcases the competitive nature of their games.
Head coach Carla Berube has been recognized for her efforts, earning a spot on the 2026 Kathy Delaney-Smith Mid-Major Coach of the Year Award Midseason Watch List. This acknowledgment highlights her skill in guiding the team to success.
The Tigers’ offense is impressive, with five players averaging over 11 points per game: Madison St. Rose (16.5), Skye Belker (13.4), Fadima Tall (12.8), Olivia Hutcherson (12.2), and Ashley Chea (11.3). This depth in scoring sets them apart. Particularly, Hutcherson’s performance has been standout. She recently secured Ivy Player of the Week honors and averaged 18.5 points over the weekend, shooting a remarkable 63% from the field.
What’s remarkable is that Princeton and Southern Miss are the only teams in the nation with five players starting at least 12 games and averaging over 11 points each. The Tigers’ starting five scores an average of 66.3 points per game, ranking sixth nationally. They stand just behind teams like Murray State and South Carolina, showing how their offensive skills rank on a national scale.
Madison St. Rose leads the team in scoring, recently crossing the 1,000-point milestone, a feat achieved by only 29 players in the program’s history. With her continued performance, she’s on track to finish the season with over 1,200 points. This puts her in an elite group of scorers at Princeton.
The team’s recent form is impressive, as they’ve won 16 of their last 17 games, showing consistent strength throughout the season. Berube has a history of leading teams on long winning streaks—she’s had 14 in her coaching career, which speaks volumes about her leadership.
Statistically, the team’s overall strength of schedule is the 41st best in the country, with opponents displaying a strong performance record. This not only challenges the Tigers but also prepares them for postseason success.
As the Tigers prepare for the Penn game, it will be interesting to see how they continue to build on their momentum and push for higher accolades this season. Keep an eye on their progress; it’s shaping up to be a thrilling journey.
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