The South Florida women’s basketball team enters the American Conference Tournament Quarterfinals on a surge, preparing to face UTSA on Thursday at 3 p.m. ET at Legacy Arena at the BJCC. The matchup will stream live on ESPN+ and air on Bulls Unlimited Digital Radio.
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Bulls Riding Momentum After Milestone Victory
South Florida arrives in Birmingham fresh off a 58–49 win over Tulane on March 7, marking the program’s 800th all‑time victory and its 20th win of the season. Interim head coach Michele Woods‑Baxter remains the only active interim coach in Division I men’s or women’s basketball to reach 20 wins this year. The Bulls have now recorded 20 or more wins in 12 of the past 20 seasons, the most in the American Conference.
USF enters the tournament on a four‑game winning streak and has taken seven of its last eight. The defense has been dominant, holding Tulane to 28.1 percent shooting — the second straight opponent the Bulls have kept under 30 percent.
Davidson, Brito, and Mputu Power the Offense
Katie Davidson led the way against Tulane with 21 points, four rebounds, and two blocks, her fifth 20‑point performance of the season. Carla Brito and L’or Mputu each posted double‑doubles, marking the fourth time during conference play that the duo has accomplished the feat in the same game.
Series History
South Florida leads the all‑time series 3–2 and earned a 69–63 win in San Antonio on February 14. The Bulls carry a three‑game winning streak against UTSA into Thursday’s matchup.
Note‑a‑Bulls: Standout Performers
Stefanie Ingram continues to pace the American with 5.7 assists per game and 178 total assists. She ranks among the top 20 nationally in both categories and sits fourth in USF single‑season history. She is one of just 14 Division I players this season with at least 300 points, 175 assists, and 100 rebounds.
Edyn Battle has been one of the league’s most dynamic guards, averaging at least 15 points and four assists per game in conference play. She ranks third in free‑throw percentage and fifth in assists during league action.
Carla Brito recorded at least 10 points, 12 rebounds, and a steal in six straight games from February 4–21 — the longest such streak in American Conference history and the longest in Division I this season. She ranks second in the league with 11.1 rebounds per game during conference play.
Additional Notes
USF’s active roster has combined for 1,037 Division I games played, the most in the American and the 12th most in the nation. The Bulls lead the conference in assists per game, field‑goal percentage, and opponent field‑goal percentage during league play. They also rank second in rebounding at 41.1 boards per game.
