Sioux City (CSi) The University of Jamestown Jimmie women’s basketball team advances to the Sweet 16 at the NAIA national tournament, handily beating Roosevelt, Illinois 80-59 in the opening round on Thursday in Sioux City, Iowa.
The Jiimies led, all the way, getting started with a 12-1 lead.
The Jimmies play Frtday at 5:15 p.m. against Cardinal-Stritch, Wisconsin.
Cardinal Stritch rolled over Briar Cliff, Iowa, 74-48 in the 4-5 game.
27 wins on the season ties a school record for single-season victories, as Jamestown advances to the Sweet 16 for the third straight year.
On Thursday, Mayville State defeated Cornerstone, Michigan, 86-82 in opening-round play at the NAIA women’s national basketball tournament in Sioux City, Iowa.
The Comets, who advance to the Sweet 16 Friday, taking on the College of Ozarks, Missouri at noon.
