Mid-Majors

Columbia guard Marija Avlijas pumps her right fist as the Lions' bench and fans behind her celebrate. The referee, also behind her, has both hands up to signal a 3-pointer.

From Serbia to Mississippi to New York, Marija Avlijas is finding her place at Columbia

By Jenn Hatfield / January 5, 2025

Perri Page: ‘She is going to be elite for us, definitely’

Two Colorado State basketball players sit at a table waiting to answer questions from the media after CSU's game against San Diego State.

At Colorado State, the Ronsiek sisters are priming the Rams for a run at an MWC title

By Steve Silverman / January 3, 2025

Emma Ronsiek: ‘I definitely think this can be a special year.’

College of Charleston's Taryn Barbot looks to pass in a game against North Carolina Central on November 13, 2024.

Taryn Barbot has the College of Charleston thinking big as CAA play starts

By Rob Knox / December 31, 2024

Rohkohl: ‘Beating Northwestern meant a lot to our program’

Columbia guard/forward Perri Page holds the ball in her left hand on the perimeter and points to a spot in front of her with her right hand.

‘That’s my second nature’: Perri Page leads Columbia with rebounding, defense

By Jenn Hatfield / December 30, 2024

The junior co-captain is having the best season of her career by keeping things simple

Da'Brya Clark pauses during a road game at Auburn on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024. (Photo credit: Fonnae Webb, Norfolk State Athletics)

Da’Brya Clark closes strong December by helping Norfolk State defeat Auburn

By Rob Knox / December 30, 2024

Vickers ‘Da’Brya was good. Auburn played a style that she likes to see.’

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