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Virginia Stuns No. 2 Iowa in Double Overtime to Reach Sweet 16 From First Four

Kymora Johnson's clutch run signals a program revival under Coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton.

Overview

  • The Cavaliers, who beat Iowa 83-75 in double overtime Monday, secured their first Sweet 16 trip since 2000.
  • Kymora Johnson scored 28 points, played all 50 minutes, and hit game-tying shots in regulation and overtime before a pivotal steal and layup.
  • Virginia is the first women’s team to reach the Sweet 16 after starting in the First Four, stacking three wins in five days.
  • The surge began with a 57-55 win over Arizona State in the First Four and an 82-73 overtime win over Georgia in the Round of 64.
  • Next up is No. 3 TCU at Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center, with tip at 7:30 p.m. EST on ESPN.