Syracuse Women's Basketball Makes History, Secures Division Title
Orange Clinch ACC Regular Season Crown With Win Over Boston College
Syracuse Women's Basketball has etched its name in the history books, securing the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Regular Season Championship with a thrilling 89-78 victory over Boston College on Sunday, February 26th, 2023. This marks the program's first-ever ACC title and a testament to their remarkable season.
Dominant Performance Leads to Victory
The Orange entered the game with a one-game lead over Louisville in the ACC standings, knowing that a win would clinch the title outright. They started off strong, taking an early lead and never looking back. Syracuse's offense was firing on all cylinders, with five players scoring in double figures.
Leading the charge was Aaliyah Boston, who had a monster game with 28 points, 22 rebounds, and five blocks. Teisha Hyman added 20 points, while Dyaisha Fair chipped in with 18 points and seven assists. Kamilla Cardoso contributed 12 points, and Georgia Woolley scored 11 points.
Resilience and Determination
Boston College put up a valiant fight, but Syracuse's resilience and determination proved too much to overcome. The Orange held their opponents to just 37.5% shooting from the field and forced 19 turnovers.
Syracuse's defense has been a key factor in their success all season long, and they once again stepped up when it mattered most. The team's physicality and intensity made it difficult for Boston College to get into a rhythm offensively.
Bright Future Ahead
With the ACC Regular Season Championship secured, Syracuse Women's Basketball has set their sights on the ACC Tournament and the NCAA Tournament. The Orange are now one of the favorites to win both tournaments, and they have the talent and experience to make a deep run.
This historic achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players, coaches, and staff. Syracuse Women's Basketball has made history, and the future looks bright for this talented team.
