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NC State Loses Star Guard Zoe Brooks for Michigan Matchup
Brooks ruled out due to injury ahead of second-round NCAA Tournament game.
Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:11pm
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N.C. State's star guard Zoe Brooks has been ruled out of the team's second-round NCAA Tournament matchup against Michigan on Sunday. Brooks was seen on crutches and wearing a protective boot on her right foot as she watched her teammates warm up.
Why it matters
Brooks is a key player for N.C. State, having earned All-ACC honors this season. Her absence will be a significant blow to the team's chances against a tough Michigan squad in the tournament.
The details
No further details were provided about the nature or severity of Brooks' injury. She was unable to participate in the team's warm-ups and was ruled out of the game.
- The second-round NCAA Tournament game between N.C. State and Michigan is scheduled for Sunday, March 23, 2026.
The players
Zoe Brooks
A star guard for the N.C. State women's basketball team who has been ruled out of the team's second-round NCAA Tournament game due to an injury.
N.C. State
The women's basketball team from North Carolina State University that is competing in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
Michigan
The women's basketball team from the University of Michigan that is facing N.C. State in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
What’s next
The outcome of the N.C. State-Michigan game will determine which team advances to the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA Tournament.
The takeaway
The loss of star guard Zoe Brooks is a significant blow to N.C. State's chances of advancing in the NCAA Tournament, as she is a key player for the team.
