No. 14 UNC Women Advance to ACC Semifinals with Win Over No. 22 Florida State
The Tar Heels secured a 60-56 victory in a tightly contested quarterfinal, fueled by dominant rebounding and clutch late-game plays.
- Alyssa Ustby led North Carolina with 12 points and 18 rebounds, contributing to the team's 53-40 rebounding advantage over Florida State.
- Freshman Lanie Grant sealed the game with two free throws in the final seconds, following a series of fouls by the Seminoles.
- Reniya Kelly returned from injury to deliver key late-game baskets, helping UNC regain the lead in the final minute.
- Florida State's Ta'Niya Latson, the nation's leading scorer, was held to 13 points on 3-of-14 shooting, well below her season average.
- North Carolina will face the winner of the NC State and Georgia Tech matchup in Saturday's ACC Tournament semifinals.