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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.
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