GVSU Women's Basketball Advances to NCAA Regional Final

Nicole Kamin's buzzer-beater and Zeinstra's sharp shooting lead Lakers to victory

Mar. 15, 2026 at 2:22am

In a thrilling finish, Grand Valley State University's senior guard Nicole Kamin hit a last-second buzzer-beater to lead the Lakers to victory and advance them to the NCAA Division II Women's Basketball Regional Final. Kamin's game-winning shot capped off a strong performance that also featured sharp shooting from teammate Zeinstra.

Why it matters

GVSU's win marks another deep tournament run for the Lakers, who have established themselves as a consistent powerhouse in Division II women's basketball. The team's ability to make clutch plays in high-pressure situations demonstrates their poise and skill, which has made them a force to be reckoned with in the postseason.

The details

With the game tied in the final seconds, Kamin drove hard to the basket and banked in a contested layup just before the buzzer sounded, giving GVSU the victory. Kamin's heroics were complemented by an outstanding shooting performance from teammate Zeinstra, who hit several key three-pointers to keep the Lakers in the game.

  • The game-winning shot occurred as time expired in the contest.

The players

Nicole Kamin

A senior guard for the GVSU women's basketball team who hit the game-winning buzzer-beater to lead her team to victory.

Zeinstra

A GVSU teammate of Kamin's who provided sharp shooting to complement Kamin's heroics.

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What they’re saying

“I think I was just blessed with a little bit of speed, so knowing the time, I can get up the court and find a spot.”

— Nicole Kamin

What’s next

GVSU will now advance to the NCAA Division II Women's Basketball Regional Final, where they will face a tough opponent with a chance to reach the Elite Eight.

The takeaway

GVSU's thrilling victory showcases the team's ability to make clutch plays in high-pressure situations, cementing their status as a top contender in Division II women's basketball.