Potential Rematch Looms: Caitlin Clark’s Iowa and Angel Reese’s LSU Could Meet Again in March Madness
Last year’s national title game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the LSU Tigers was one for the books, with two of women’s college basketball’s biggest stars, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, going head-to-head on the national stage. The game ultimately led to the Tigers capturing the NCAA crown. Now, fans are eagerly awaiting a potential rematch between these two powerhouses in this year’s NCAA Tournament.
If the stars align, Clark and Reese could face off again in the Elite Eight, meaning that one of them will not make it to the Final Four. This prospect adds an extra layer of excitement to an already highly-anticipated tournament.
Caitlin Clark has undeniably been the face of women’s basketball this season. She has shattered records left and right, becoming the NCAA’s all-time scoring leader. However, one thing that has eluded her so far is a national title. Last year, LSU stood in her way, and this year she is determined to lead her team to victory and secure that elusive championship.
The on-court battle between Clark and Reese was a major storyline in last year’s national championship game, and Reese has continued to dominate on the court. She averaged an impressive 19.0 points and 13.1 rebounds per game this past season, solidifying her status as one of the game’s top players.
LSU is hoping to achieve a feat that hasn’t been accomplished since 2016 – back-to-back championships. With Reese leading the charge, they have a strong chance of making history. However, they will face tough competition along the way.
The Iowa Hawkeyes earned their first No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament since 1992. They are the second overall seed in the tournament, with only undefeated South Carolina ranked above them. South Carolina managed to defeat LSU in the SEC championship game earlier this month, setting up the possibility of a rematch between Iowa and LSU in the Elite Eight.
But both teams will have to fight their way through a challenging bracket. The Albany 2 Region, which includes LSU, also boasts tough competitors such as UCLA, Kansas State, and Colorado. Iowa could potentially face Colorado before even getting the chance to see LSU in the Elite Eight. This means that both teams will need to be at the top of their game and overcome potential obstacles if they want to secure a spot in the Final Four.
Clark acknowledged the challenging road ahead during an interview, stating, “After you get out of the first round, every team is basically a top 25 team. That’s what you’re looking at, and we were on the upset side of that my sophomore year. You need a little luck, a good draw, and to be playing your best basketball.”
The journey begins for both teams in the first round. Iowa will face the winner of Holy Cross and UT-Martin, while LSU will take on Rice. Fans will be eagerly watching every game, hoping for a potential rematch between Clark and Reese. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on these two stars as they aim to lead their teams to victory and potentially meet again on the big stage.
