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Undefeated Dreams Shattered: 8 Teams Fall in One Week
6 Jan
Summary
- Eight undefeated teams lost their first games between Dec. 29 and Jan. 4.
- This marks the first time in 27 years so many undefeated teams lost in a week.
- Only four undefeated teams remain in women's college basketball.
Women's college basketball is experiencing an unprecedented shake-up as eight previously undefeated teams suffered their first losses within a single week, from December 29 to January 4. This cluster of defeats marks the first time in 27 years that so many teams with pristine records have fallen in such a short span, underscoring the high level of parity across the sport.
The streak-breaking week saw significant upsets, including No. 5 LSU, No. 6 Maryland, and No. 7 TCU all tasting defeat for the first time. Teams like Nebraska, Alabama, Iowa State, Arizona State, and Georgia also succumbed to ranked opponents or tough conference play. This dramatic downturn leaves only four undefeated teams remaining as the season progresses.
Experts suggest that losing before the postseason can be beneficial, allowing teams to identify and address weaknesses. Iowa State's Audi Crooks noted, "You want to be a monster in March," emphasizing the importance of peaking later in the season rather than in January.
