Mid-Majors

Loyola Chicago guard Thoranna Kika Hodge-Carr tries to make a pass around a La Salle defender.

Filling the voice: How Loyola Chicago is developing new leadership

By Alissa Hirsh / December 28, 2024

After star point guard’s departure, Ramblers’ captains step out of their comfort zone

Harvard guard Harmoni Turner stands in a defensive stance inside the halfcourt circle, ready to defend a Northeastern player when she crosses halfcourt with the ball.

If defense wins championships, who could win the Ivy League this season?

By Jenn Hatfield / December 28, 2024

Perennial defensive juggernaut Princeton isn’t atop the league anymore

Mary-Anna Asare dribbles the ball in her right hand while motioning with her left hand while looking down the court.

How Mary-Anna Asare’s growth is powering VCU this season

By Natalie Heavren / December 23, 2024

Adebukola Akomolafe: ‘Her voice has definitely been the glue to our team’

Richmond players sit and stand while looking at head coach Aaron Roussell who is leading the huddle with a marker in his hand. Roussell's coaching staff stand behind him, listening intently.

Where does Richmond stand heading into Atlantic 10 play?

By Natalie Heavren / December 23, 2024

‘It really was a gauntlet’

Texas Southern's Courtlyn Loudermill plays defense in a game against CBS Houston on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024. (Photo credit: Texas Southern Athletic Communications)

HBCU notebook: Texas Southern’s Courtlyn Loudermill and Jaida Belton are hidden gems

By Rob Knox / December 22, 2024

Lots of news around the MEAC and SWAC, plus a look at UMES’ Zamara Haynes

A pig, whose eyes communicate some combination of horror, depression and fear, stands in a cage that is attached to a tractor being driven around a basketball court at South Dakota State

South Dakota State, the only program featuring both basketball and livestock auctions

By Emily Adler / December 22, 2024

The Jackrabbits’ culinary crossovers delight crowds, intimidate foes

Two photos of Ivy League women's basketball players are shown side-by-side. On the left, Penn guard Stina Almqvist dribbles the ball with her left hand with a defender on her right hip. On the right, Columbia guard/forward Perri Page tilts her head up, closes her eyes and yells in celebration. Her fists are clenched at her sides.

Eight Ivy League players who have elevated their games in 2024-25

By Jenn Hatfield / December 21, 2024

Whether it’s a sophomore leap or ‘playing like a senior,’ players on every team have stepped up

Ny'Ceara Pryor (in red) dribbles the ball upcourt with her right hand as she looks ahead.

Sacred Heart, Merrimack both ready for MAAC play

By Ben Yeargin / December 19, 2024

Both teams hope to make an impact in the MAAC as the new kids in town

The word "Ivy" and a leaf are stained a darker brown on a pale wood court.

How do Ivy League women’s basketball teams handle final exams?

By Jenn Hatfield / December 18, 2024

Carrie Moore: ‘Nothing is like the Ivy League’

Jordan Jones dribbles the basketball for Denver.

Connected defense, 3-point shooting and hand sanitizer: How the Denver Pioneers are becoming competitive again

By Steve Silverman / December 17, 2024

Jordan Jones: ‘I definitely think we can contend’