Ncaa Division 2 Women's Basketball Preseason Rankings
The NCAA Division 2 Women's Basketball Preseason Rankings have been released, and there are some exciting matchups to look forward to this season. With the pandemic affecting last season, many teams are eager to get back on the court and compete for the championship.
Top Teams to Watch
One team to keep an eye on this season is the Drury Panthers, who are the defending national champions. They finished last season with a perfect 32-0 record and are looking to continue their winning streak this year. The Lander Bearcats are also a top team to watch, as they finished last season with a 31-2 record and made it to the Elite Eight.
The Lubbock Christian Lady Chaps are another team to watch, as they won the national championship in 2019 and finished last season with a 25-3 record. The Ashland Eagles are also a top team, as they finished last season with a 21-3 record and made it to the Sweet Sixteen.
Top Players to Watch
There are also several standout players to keep an eye on this season. Bailey Cartwright from Drury is one of the top players in the country, as she was named the Most Outstanding Player of the NCAA Tournament last season. She averaged 16.2 points and 7.2 rebounds per game last season.
Another player to watch is Makenna Walker from Lubbock Christian, who was named the South Central Region Player of the Year last season. She averaged 15.3 points and 7.3 rebounds per game last season. The Lander Bearcats also have a standout player in Miriam Recarte, who averaged 18.2 points and 6.1 rebounds per game last season.
Conference Rankings
The Great Lakes Valley Conference is one of the top conferences in Division 2 women's basketball, with four teams in the preseason top 25 rankings. The Sunshine State Conference is also a strong conference, with three teams in the top 25 rankings.
The South Atlantic Conference is another conference to watch, with three teams in the top 25 rankings. The Lone Star Conference and the Gulf South Conference also have two teams each in the top 25 rankings.
Final Thoughts
The NCAA Division 2 Women's Basketball Preseason Rankings are always exciting to see, as fans and players alike look forward to the upcoming season. With several top teams and standout players to watch, this season is sure to be full of thrilling moments and intense competition.
It will be interesting to see how these rankings change throughout the season, as teams battle it out on the court for a chance at the championship. As always, the NCAA Division 2 Women's Basketball Tournament promises to be a thrilling event, with the best teams in the country competing for the title.
