Norfolk State University’s women’s basketball team made history by securing a No. 13 seed in the 2025 NCAA Tournament—the highest in the program’s history. This remarkable achievement underscores the team’s exceptional season and highlights the growing competitiveness of HBCU women’s basketball.The Spartans clinched their third consecutive Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Tournament title with a 68-56 victory over Howard University. Senior guard Kierra Wheeler led the charge with 22 points, while forward Diamond Johnson contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds. Their dominant performance throughout the season culminated in a stellar 30-4 record, including a perfect 14-0 run in MEAC play. Notably, Norfolk State is the only Division I HBCU to go undefeated in conference play this year.Game Time: Saturday, March 22 (First Round/Round of 64) • Maryland (4) vs. Norfolk State (13), 4 p.m. ET on ESPN
