Ole Miss Women’s basketball is gaining momentum as they navigate the competitive landscape of SEC play. Coach Yo and her team made notable progress this week in the latest polls, moving up one spot to No. 17 in the USA Today Coaches Poll with a solid record of 17-4. The Rebels earned 263 points in this ranking, reflecting their strong performance.
As they find their rhythm, building their tournament resume remains crucial, and they kicked things off with an impressive 82-61 victory over Mizzou. This win has positioned them fifth in the current SEC standings, where they are tied with the Longhorns, whom they faced earlier this month.
Originally scheduled to play No. 15 Tennessee on Monday, that game was postponed due to winter storms impacting North Mississippi. However, as it stands now, Ole Miss is set to take on No. 6 Vanderbilt on Thursday. This matchup will mark their fifth game against a ranked opponent in the SEC, where they currently hold a split record of 2-2.
It’s hard to believe, but it’s that time of year again—bracketology season! According to ESPN’s Charlie Creme, the Rebels are projected as a No. 5 seed in the upcoming tournament, set to compete in the 3 Region in Fort Worth. In this matchup, they would face off against No. 12 seed Oregon State. This scenario also means that the Buckeyes will host Ole Miss during the first two rounds. The winner of the Ole Miss vs. Oregon State game will then advance to challenge the victor of the No. 4 Ohio State vs. No. 13 Murray State matchup. Exciting times ahead for college basketball fans!
Here’s where Ole Miss stands as they gear up for some crucial resume-building opportunities:
AP poll ranking: 17
NET ranking: 18
Quad 1 record: 1-3
Quad 2 record: 4-1
With these stats in hand, the team is set to make a significant impact as the season progresses. We will keep you in the loop right here at Ole Miss 365.