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Huskers women's basketball captures AP top 25 spot
The program secured 44 votes in the Associated Press poll after forcing 33 turnovers in a dominant win against Western Illinois, voters stated.
On Monday, the Nebraska women's basketball team entered the Associated Press Top 25 poll following a dominant 2-0 start to the 2026-27 season.
Securing 101 votes, the Huskers earned their ranking after defeating San Jose State and Western Illinois in their opening matchups.
During Saturday's 98-35 victory over Western Illinois at Pinnacle Bank Arena, Britt Prince scored 19 points in just 20 minutes. Nebraska's defense forced 33 turnovers.
Nebraska hosts North Carolina A&T on Tuesday at 7 p.m. to complete its three-game homestand. The Aggies feature preseason first-team Coastal Athletic Association forward Paris Locke.
Returning a core group from last year's 19-13 squad, Nebraska competes within the Big Ten Conference as one of 10 ranked teams.