Shah, a four-year point guard for the Mustangs, signed with the London Lions to continue her athletic career. She credits her success to the leadership she learned throughout her time as a Mustang.
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Cal Poly forward Mary Carter transfers to Wake Forest, caps off roster turnover
Cal Poly Women’s Basketball center Mary Carter has officially transferred to Wake Forest University, taking her talents from the Big West to the Atlantic Coast Conference. After two seasons in San Luis Obispo, Carter is now heading east to compete in one of the nation’s most competitive conferences. She announced her decision via Instagram earlier […]
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Cal Poly Women’s Basketball forward Sierra Lichtie enters transfer portal
Redshirt sophomore forward for Cal Poly women’s basketball Sierra Lichtie will enter the transfer portal on March 20, according to BTN Scouting. Lichtie played a crucial role in Cal Poly’s success this season and helped the Mustangs collect Head Coach Shanele Stires‘ first postseason win in her three-year tenure. Lichtie was the third-leading scorer on […]
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With seniors moving on, Cal Poly Women’s Basketball faces transition to next generation of talent
As the players entered the press conference room, their shoulders slumped and eyes fixed on the ground. When the first question came, it wasn’t just words that filled the air, but a sting of a season that had slipped away. The team, once eager to respond with energy and pride, now sat in silence, while […]
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Women’s Basketball falls to Long Beach State in final regular season game
Sophomore forward Mary Carter’s 27-point career high wasn’t enough to take down Long Beach State, the Mustangs losing 72-64 in their final game before the postseason. After clinching the eighth seed for the Big West Championships with their win against Cal State Fullerton last week, the Mustangs looked to close their season strong with a […]
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Cal Poly Women’s Basketball looks to make noise as No. 8 seed in Big West Championships
After a win against Cal State Fullerton on Thursday night, Cal Poly women’s basketball clinched its spot in the Big West Tournament in Henderson, Nev., as the No. 8 seed. The Mustangs (13-17, 8-12 Big West) battled through a season filled with ups and downs, finishing conference play with just enough wins to secure the […]
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Turnovers overshadow strong shooting as Women’s Basketball falls to UC Riverside
Cal Poly Women’s Basketball jumped out to a strong start with 20 points in the first quarter against UC Riverside but ultimately came out with a 74-63 loss against the Highlanders on Saturday. The Mustangs (11-15, 6-10 Big West) switched up their starting rotation to open the game, looking to spark momentum early. The changes […]
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Women’s Basketball rolls CSUN in biggest win of the year, 75-34
Helped by stellar individual performances and impenetrable defense, Cal Poly Women’s Basketball took down CSUN in a commanding 75-34 home victory on Saturday. After the Matadors’ (4-19, 2-12 Big West) opening bucket of the game, they never led again. The Mustangs (11-13, 6-8 Big West) outscored the Matadors by 10 or more in every quarter, […]
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Women’s Basketball comeback falls short against UC Riverside
Despite a late surge in the fourth quarter, Cal Poly Women’s Basketball fell to UC Riverside 64-56, ending the Mustangs’ win streak. The Mustangs (10-11, 5-6 Big West) trailed the Highlanders (10-11, 6-5 Big West) the entire game, but kept the deficit within reach. Cal Poly went on an 11-2 run in the final minutes […]
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Bourland, Carter propel Cal Poly Women’s Basketball over CSU Bakersfield at home
Senior guard Annika Shah drilled a three-pointer in the middle of the third quarter, giving Cal Poly Women’s Basketball a lead for the first time in their contest against CSU Bakersfield. The shot proved to be a turning point in the team’s 51-42 win over CSU Bakersfield on Thursday, Jan. 30, inside Mott Athletics Center. […]
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Shah reaches career milestone in Cal Poly Women’s Basketball win over Long Beach State
Senior guard Annika Shah broke the 1,000 career point mark in Cal Poly Women’s Basketball’s win over Long Beach State, 78-71, on Saturday at the Walter Pyramid. The Mustangs (9-10, 4-5 Big West) stay at eighth in the conference with their lone game this week, while Long Beach State (11-7, 7-2 Big West) rests in […]