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Alexis Markowski dribbles the ball for Nebraska against Northwestern State

Big Ten notebook: Michigan surprises, Nebraska defends home court and Michigan State continues to impress

By Eric Rynston-Lobel / January 2, 2024

The Wolverines defend their home court against ranked Ohio State

Graphic with a photo of Fairfield head coach Carly Thibault-DuDonis points toward the court from the sideline during a game. Locked On Women's Basketball logo at top right. Head shots of host Howard Megdal and guest Carly Thibault-DuDonis at lower right. Text below reads "Staggering Progress"

Locked On Women’s Basketball: Carly Thibault-DuDonis and Fairfield are rising in the MAAC

By The Next / December 14, 2023

Stags head coach talks big win over Rutgers, clutch rebounding, mid-major recruiting and more

Michigan head coach Kim Barnes Arico talks to her team during a timeout against Oakland on Nov. 14.

Big Ten roundup: Buckeyes outlast Nittany Lions, Jordan Hobbs’ career day for Michigan and Purdue’s crucial error

By Eric Rynston-Lobel / December 11, 2023

Conference play begins with some expected — and several unexpected — outcomes

DeeDee Hagemann dribbles the ball up the floor for Michigan State against Evansville.

Big Ten roundup: Ohio State beats Tennessee on the road, Michigan State rolling and Mackenzie’s ‘Holmescoming’

By Eric Rynston-Lobel / December 3, 2023

Several teams pick up exciting road wins as conference play gets closer

Ohio State's Jacy Sheldon defends UConn's Nika Muhl as Muhl falls to the floor.

2023-24 Big Ten preview

By Eric Rynston-Lobel / October 23, 2023

A look ahead to another competitive season

Photo of Minnesota coach Dawn Plitzuweit with a text overlay reading "Dawn of a New Era."

Locked On Women’s Basketball: Dawn Plitzuweit, Minnesota Golden Gophers prepare to conquer Big Ten

By The Next / September 26, 2023

Dawn and Howard discuss her decision to coach at Minnesota, returning talent and more

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark extends her arms, her hands at head level.

One encouraging and one concerning stat for each Big Ten team as the season approaches

By Eric Rynston-Lobel / September 25, 2023

Optimism and caution for all 14 Big Ten teams

Mara Braun participates in a t-shirt toss for the Golden Gophers.

State of the Program: Q&A with Minnesota’s new head coach Dawn Plitzuweit

By Eric Rynston-Lobel / May 24, 2023

New head coach looks to turn the tide for a hungry Golden Gophers team in 2023-24

Uncasville, Connecticut/USA - Aug. 17, 2018: Minnesota Lynx guard Lindsay Whalen (13) talks with the media before a WNBA basketball game between the Minnesota Lynx and the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena. The Connecticut Sun defeated the Minnesota Lynx 96-79. Photo Credit: Chris Poss

Lindsay Whalen steps down as Minnesota head coach

By Eric Rynston-Lobel / March 2, 2023

The Minnesota coach leaves the program after compiling a 71-76 record over five seasons

Big Ten Tournament notebook: Day 1 live from Minneapolis

By Terry Horstman / March 2, 2023

How Penn State, Rutgers advanced