The Holy Cross Women's Basketball program has a storied history that spans over five decades. With a rich tradition of success, the Crusaders have consistently competed at the highest levels of collegiate basketball while also inspiring generations of student-athletes and fans.
Founded in 1974, the Holy Cross Women's Basketball program has achieved remarkable success throughout its history. The Crusaders have won 16 conference championships and made 14 appearances in the NCAA Tournament, including one Sweet Sixteen appearance in 2007.
Over the years, Holy Cross has produced several outstanding players, including:
The Holy Cross Women's Basketball program has consistently competed in the top half of its conference standings. The Crusaders have won seven consecutive Patriot League regular season championships from 2014 to 2020 and four consecutive Patriot League Tournament championships from 2017 to 2020.
In 2022, the Crusaders finished with a 25-7 overall record and a 16-2 conference record, earning them the Patriot League regular season and tournament championships. They also made an appearance in the NCAA Tournament, where they fell in the first round to the University of Connecticut.
In addition to their athletic success, the Holy Cross Women's Basketball program is known for its commitment to academic excellence. The Crusaders have consistently ranked among the top teams in the nation for team GPA. In the 2022-23 academic year, the team had a team GPA of 3.92, which was the highest in the Patriot League.
The Holy Cross Women's Basketball program has achieved success through a combination of effective strategies:
There are many ways to support the Holy Cross Women's Basketball team:
The Holy Cross Women's Basketball program is a source of pride for the university and the entire Worcester community. With its rich history of success, competitive excellence, and commitment to academic achievement, the program serves as a model for women's basketball at all levels. By supporting the Crusaders, you are investing in the future of women's basketball and helping to empower the next generation of leaders.
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Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
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Sheila Cooney'97 | 2,327 | 1,077 | 740 |
Jill Costello'79 | 2,282 | 1,052 | 631 |
Whitney Fremeau'13 | 2,060 | 886 | 597 |
Carolyn Swords'14 | 1,847 | 907 | 534 |
Maureen Magarity'93 | 1,386 | 862 | 751 |
Year | Overall Record | Conference Record | Conference Tournament Result | NCAA Tournament Result |
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1979 | 19-10 | 10-6 | Won | NCAA Tournament First Round |
1983 | 21-8 | 12-4 | Won | NCAA Tournament Second Round |
1987 | 20-11 | 12-4 | Won | NCAA Tournament First Round |
2007 | 25-11 | 16-2 | Won | NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen |
2013 | 26-7 | 16-2 | Won | NCAA Tournament Second Round |
2017 | 26-8 | 16-2 | Won | NCAA Tournament First Round |
2018 | 25-7 | 16-2 | Won | NCAA Tournament First Round |
2019 | 25-9 | 15-3 | Won | NCAA Tournament First Round |
2020 | 25-7 | 16-2 | Won | NCAA Tournament Canceled |
2022 | 25-7 | 16-2 | Won | NCAA Tournament First Round |
Year | Team GPA | Patriot League GPA Rank |
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2013-14 | 3.85 | 1st |
2014-15 | 3.90 | 1st |
2015-16 | 3.89 | 1st |
2016-17 | 3.88 | 1st |
2017-18 | 3.89 | 1st |
2018-19 | 3.91 | 1st |
2019-20 | 3.90 | 1st |
2020-21 | 3.89 | 2nd |
2021-22 | 3.89 | 2nd |
2022-23 | 3.92 | 1st |
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