The fact is the Gopher WBB team didn’t do enough to make the NCAA. Whether this was because of a weak non-conference schedule, questionable coaching, lack of hitting important shots, short bench due to injuries, or as I believe a combination of all, the program didn’t make the NCAA. Even if they had, it would be as a lower seed and they would be traveling.
If you want to watch the game in-person go to Toledo. I have driven to Indy several times to watch the team play in the BTT, only to turn around and drive home because the team lost in the 1st round… too cheap to pay for lodging for the whole tournament.
Regarding the high school tournament, either boys or girls. These players have worked hard, won the important games to earn the privilege of playing in the State High School tournament… and they get to play at Williams Arena… they must be thrilled! I personally would not want to take that away from them.
Get off the ‘bubble’ and get firmly planted in the tournament and maybe someday we will again host… do the work!
Go Gophers!!