Washington beats South Dakota State for 1st women's NCAA Tournament win since 2017

Washington guard Avery Howell (2) shoots as South Dakota State’s Ellie Colbeck (5) defends in the first half in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Friday, March 20, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

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