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NC State Wolfpack Advance to Sweet 16 After Defeating Michigan
The Wolfpack's victory over the Wolverines sets up a matchup with the top-seeded Gonzaga Bulldogs.
Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:34pm
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The North Carolina State Wolfpack women's basketball team defeated the Michigan Wolverines 72-65 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday. The win sends NC State to the Sweet 16 round, where they will face the number one overall seed, the Gonzaga Bulldogs.
Why it matters
This victory marks the Wolfpack's first trip to the Sweet 16 since 2021, as they look to make a deep run in the tournament. The matchup with Gonzaga will be a tough test, as the Bulldogs are the tournament favorites.
The details
NC State was led by junior guard Zoe Brooks, who scored a game-high 22 points. The Wolfpack used a strong second half to pull away from Michigan, outscoring the Wolverines 42-35 over the final 20 minutes. This is the second consecutive year Michigan has been eliminated in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
- The game was played on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
- NC State and Michigan faced off in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
The players
Zoe Brooks
A junior guard for the NC State Wolfpack women's basketball team who scored a game-high 22 points in the win over Michigan.
Qadence Samuels
A player for the NC State Wolfpack women's basketball team who was seen greeting Zoe Brooks during warmups before the game.
Gonzaga Bulldogs
The number one overall seed in the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament, who will face the NC State Wolfpack in the Sweet 16.
What they’re saying
“We knew this was going to be a tough game against a very good Michigan team. I'm proud of the way our players stepped up and made the plays we needed to win.”
— Wes Moore, NC State Head Coach
What’s next
The winner of the NC State-Gonzaga matchup in the Sweet 16 will advance to the Elite 8 round of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.
The takeaway
NC State's victory over Michigan demonstrates the team's ability to win tough tournament games, setting them up for a high-profile showdown with tournament favorite Gonzaga in the Sweet 16.
