Women's Basketball: Season Wins, WNBA Championship Milestone

North Texas opened its season with a 101-48 rout of Newman, fueled by three career scoring highs and a dominant second half. Princeton alumna Kaitlyn Chen became the first former Tiger to win a WNBA championship after previously helping UConn capture an NCAA title. Defiance earned its first win of the season by beating Goshen 62-52, led by Taylor Haynes’ 22 points. Lewis-Clark State also recorded its first victory, overwhelming Park-Gilbert 98-52 behind Kendall Wallace’s 23 points and 30 forced turnovers. Oakland’s season preview highlighted its bid to extend its streak of season-opening wins when it hosts Cleary, emphasizing a defense built around pressure, rebounding and rim protection.