A Surprising Bid
The Sun Devils earned a No. 10 seed in the NCAA women's basketball tournament, a milestone that caps a whirlwind first season for head coach Molly Miller.
Miller guided Arizona State to a 24‑10 overall record, the best non‑conference slate in program history and a 15‑0 start that featured victories over Colorado and Oklahoma State.
The team will open its tournament run in the First Four in Iowa City, where they meet Virginia, a squad that finished 19‑11 and secured an 11‑7 conference record.
Should the Sun Devils prevail, they would travel to face No. 7 seed Georgia on Saturday, a potential showdown that adds extra intrigue to their bracket.
Looking Ahead
Senior guard Marley Washenitz brings a personal connection to the Cavaliers, having grown up playing travel ball with star forward Kymora Johnson, a detail that could add a narrative edge to the matchup.
Athletic director Graham Rossini, who recruited Miller from Grand Canyon University where she posted a 32‑3 record and an NCAA Tournament appearance, praised the coach's character‑driven approach.
Miller, already focused on the immediate challenge, emphasized that the team's chemistry, culture and high‑character players are the foundation for the next steps.