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NJCAA: #1 Minnesota West, #2 Anoka-Ramsey to meet in national championship game
Top two seeds advance to title showdown in Division III women's basketball tournament
Mar. 14, 2026 at 8:42am
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The NJCAA Division III Women's Basketball National Championship tournament has reached the final round, with the #1 Minnesota West Lady Jays and #2 Anoka-Ramsey Golden Rams set to square off for the national title on Saturday. Minnesota West defeated #5 Fulton-Montgomery 68-57, while Anoka-Ramsey held off #6 Northland 57-55 in the semifinals.
Why it matters
The NJCAA Division III Women's Basketball National Championship is a highly anticipated annual event, showcasing the top community college basketball programs in the country. The matchup between the top two seeds promises an exciting championship game as both teams have proven their dominance throughout the tournament.
The details
In the semifinal games, Minnesota West raced out to a 17-9 lead in the first quarter over Fulton-Montgomery, but the Lady Raiders fought back to tie the game at 26 by halftime. However, the Lady Jays regained control in the second half, led by a double-double from Katrina Schutz. Meanwhile, Anoka-Ramsey built an early 18-8 advantage over Northland, but the Pioneers closed the gap to 28-26 at the half before the Golden Rams held on for the 57-55 win.
- The NJCAA Division III Women's Basketball National Championship tournament began on Friday, March 13, 2026.
- The semifinal games were played on Friday, March 13, 2026.
- The national championship game is scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2 p.m.
The players
Minnesota West Lady Jays
The #1 seed in the NJCAA Division III Women's Basketball National Championship tournament, representing Minnesota West Community & Tech College in Worthington, Minnesota.
Anoka-Ramsey Golden Rams
The #2 seed in the NJCAA Division III Women's Basketball National Championship tournament, representing Anoka-Ramsey Community College in Coon Rapids, Minnesota.
Katrina Schutz
A player for the Minnesota West Lady Jays who recorded a double-double with 24 points and 15 rebounds in the semifinal win.
Mariam Alowonle
A player for the Anoka-Ramsey Golden Rams who scored a team-high 16 points in the semifinal victory.
Kieonna Christmas
A player for the Fulton-Montgomery Lady Raiders who scored a game-high 28 points in the semifinal loss.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee
What’s next
The national championship game between #1 Minnesota West and #2 Anoka-Ramsey is scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2 p.m.
The takeaway
The NJCAA Division III Women's Basketball National Championship tournament has featured exciting matchups between the top community college programs in the country, setting the stage for an anticipated title game between the #1 and #2 seeds.
