Nebraska Snaps Losing Streak, Downs Washington 66-65 on the Road

Huskers earn first quad one win of the season in dramatic fashion

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Nebraska women's basketball team snapped a six-game losing streak with a 66-65 victory over Washington in Seattle. Sophomore Britt Prince led the Huskers with 22 points, six rebounds, and six assists, while Jessica Petrie and Amiah Hargrove also scored in double figures. Nebraska led for most of the first half but Washington rallied in the second half to take the lead. However, a late three-pointer from Prince gave the Huskers the victory.

Why it matters

This win is crucial for Nebraska's NCAA Tournament hopes, as they were previously 1-10 against Quad One opponents. The Huskers have been struggling in February, making this road victory over a strong Washington team an important momentum boost heading into the final stretch of the regular season.

The details

Nebraska played one of its best halves of basketball in February in the first half, leading 35-32 at the break. The Huskers shot 44% from the field and forced nine Washington turnovers in the first half. However, the Huskies dominated the second half, outscoring Nebraska 19-12 in the third quarter to take a 51-47 lead. Washington extended its lead to 63-57 in the fourth quarter, but the Huskers rallied with a 9-2 run capped by a late three-pointer from Prince to secure the 66-65 victory.

  • Nebraska and Washington played on February 22, 2026.
  • The Huskers close out the regular season against Rutgers on February 28, 2026 at 1 p.m. CT.

The players

Britt Prince

A sophomore on the Nebraska women's basketball team who led the Huskers with 22 points, six rebounds, and six assists in the win over Washington.

Jessica Petrie

A player for the Nebraska women's basketball team who scored 11 points in the victory over Washington.

Amiah Hargrove

A player for the Nebraska women's basketball team who scored 14 points in the win over Washington.

Sayvia Sellers

A player for the Washington women's basketball team who scored 14 points in the loss to Nebraska.

Brynn McGaughy

A player for the Washington women's basketball team who scored 14 points in the loss to Nebraska.

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