The Oklahoma women's basketball team excelled in their NCAA tournament debut, defeating FGCU decisively with a stunning 72 rebounds, an NCAA single-game record. Coach Jennie Baranczyk noted the game’s pace contributed to their rebounding success, highlighting their 23 offensive rebounds. Junior center Raegan Beers contributed significantly with 18 rebounds, and senior forward Skylar Vann scored 24 points alongside 9 rebounds, illustrating the team’s strong performance. With a rebounding average of 47.3 RPG this season, Oklahoma is a top contender for further triumphs in the playoffs.
A lot of missed shots,” Sooners coach Jennie Baranczyk joked afterward. “It was a game of pace -- that's part of it, where both teams are really getting up and down. The 23 offensive rebounds means we missed quite a few, but at least we were there to cover them up.
I knew this could be my last game. I just told myself before the game started, just play with joy,” said Vann, who is in her fifth season at Oklahoma. “I think we did that, especially in the fourth quarter.
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