Arkansas State Dominates Radford, Advances in WNIT

Red Wolves win by 31 points, force 23 turnovers and outrebound Highlanders 43-37

Mar. 24, 2026 at 3:40pm

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Arkansas State's women's basketball team cruised past Radford 82-51 in the second round of the WNIT on Monday night. The Red Wolves controlled the game from the start, forcing 23 turnovers and converting them into 22 points while outrebounding the Highlanders 43-37. Wynter Rogers led Arkansas State with a double-double of 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Zyion Shannon added 17 points and Mia Tarver chipped in 10.

Why it matters

This decisive win advances Arkansas State to the third round of the WNIT, continuing their postseason run after a strong 25-9 regular season in the Sun Belt Conference. The Red Wolves' stifling defense and balanced scoring attack proved too much for Radford to handle, showcasing the team's potential to make a deep tournament run.

The details

Arkansas State jumped out to an early lead in the first quarter behind strong play from Wynter Rogers, and built a 42-22 advantage by halftime through balanced scoring and solid defense that held Radford to just 26% shooting in the first half. The Highlanders trimmed the deficit in the third quarter, but the Red Wolves responded with a late run to regain control and then shut things down defensively in the fourth, holding Radford scoreless over the final four minutes.

  • The game was played on Monday, March 24, 2026 at First National Bank Arena.
  • Arkansas State led 42-22 at halftime.

The players

Wynter Rogers

A key player for Arkansas State, Rogers recorded a double-double with 17 points and 10 rebounds.

Zyion Shannon

Scored 17 points for the Red Wolves, including 15 in the second half.

Mia Tarver

Contributed 10 points to Arkansas State's winning effort.

Radford Highlanders

The opposing team that was defeated by Arkansas State, held to just 26% shooting in the first half.

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What they’re saying

“Our defense really set the tone tonight and allowed us to get out in transition and make plays. I'm proud of the way our team responded after Radford made a run in the third quarter.”

— Matt Daniel, Arkansas State Head Coach

What’s next

Arkansas State will face the winner of Purdue Fort Wayne and South Alabama in the third round of the WNIT.

The takeaway

Arkansas State's dominant performance showcases their potential to make a deep run in the WNIT tournament, as their stifling defense and balanced scoring attack proved too much for Radford to handle.