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Duke's Ashlon Jackson hits last-second 3-pointer to stun LSU
Buzzer-beating shot keeps Blue Devils' season alive in March Madness
Mar. 28, 2026 at 7:18pm
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Ashlon Jackson, a player for the Duke women's basketball team, hit a dramatic 3-pointer at the buzzer to defeat LSU in a March Madness tournament game. The shot kept Duke's season alive and added another memorable moment to the storied history of the NCAA Tournament.
Why it matters
Buzzer-beater shots in the NCAA Tournament are some of the most iconic moments in college basketball, capturing the drama and excitement of the sport's biggest stage. Jackson's clutch shot for Duke will be replayed for years to come as one of the highlights of the 2026 women's tournament.
The details
With the score tied 62-62 and just seconds remaining, Duke inbounded the ball to Jackson, who launched a 3-pointer from the top of the key as time expired. The shot found the bottom of the net, sending the Duke bench and fans into a frenzy and eliminating LSU from the tournament.
- The game-winning shot occurred as time expired in the March Madness tournament game on March 28, 2026.
The players
Ashlon Jackson
A player for the Duke women's basketball team who hit the game-winning 3-pointer to defeat LSU in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
Duke University
The college basketball program that Ashlon Jackson plays for, known for its storied history and success in the NCAA Tournament.
LSU
The opposing team that was defeated by Duke on Ashlon Jackson's last-second 3-pointer in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
What they’re saying
“I just wanted to get a good look at the basket and give it my best shot. When it went in, I was in shock. I'm so proud of my team for fighting until the end.”
— Ashlon Jackson, Duke Player
The takeaway
Ashlon Jackson's dramatic game-winning 3-pointer for Duke is sure to go down as one of the most iconic moments of the 2026 NCAA women's basketball tournament, cementing her place in March Madness history.
