Princeton women's basketball defeats Penn 74-68

Olivia Hutcherson scores 20 points in Ivy League opener

Feb. 3, 2026 at 6:55am

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The No. 25 Princeton women's basketball team defeated Pennsylvania 74-68 in their Ivy League opener on Saturday. Olivia Hutcherson led the way for Princeton with 20 points, while Madison St. Rose added 15 points.

Why it matters

This was an important Ivy League matchup between two of the top women's basketball programs in the conference. Princeton, ranked 25th nationally, was able to hold off a tough Penn squad to start their conference schedule with a victory.

The details

Princeton was led by Olivia Hutcherson's 20 points, while Madison St. Rose chipped in 15 points. The Tigers were able to fend off a late push by Penn to secure the 74-68 win in the Ivy League opener for both teams.

  • The game took place on Saturday, February 3, 2026.

The players

Olivia Hutcherson

A key player for the Princeton women's basketball team who scored a team-high 20 points in the victory over Penn.

Madison St. Rose

A Princeton player who contributed 15 points in the team's Ivy League opening win over Pennsylvania.

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The takeaway

Princeton's win over Penn in the Ivy League opener demonstrates the strength of their women's basketball program, which is currently ranked 25th nationally. The Tigers were able to hold off a tough Penn squad to start conference play on a positive note.