June 30, 2026

Women’s Basketball: Ohio State earns sixth consecutive victory in 80-71 win over Rutgers


The Ohio State women’s basketball team sings Carmen Ohio after the Ohio State-Michigan State game Jan. 12. Ohio State won 89-83. Credit: Mackenzie Shanklin | Photo Editor The Ohio State women’s basketball team pushed its winning streak to six games Sunday with an 80-71 road win against Rutgers. The Buckeyes’ (15-3, 7-2 Big Ten) Big Ten-best scoring offense outpaced Rutgers’ No. 3 scoring defense, continuing their momentum through conference play. Ohio State entered Sunday’s contest off of its first ranked win against No. 12 Maryland Thursday. Guards redshirt sophomore Rikki Harris and senior Taylor Mikesell accounted for two 3-point shots each in the first quarter, putting the Buckeyes on top, 22-19. In the second frame, the Buckeyes continued their full court press, which resulted in six turnovers and 14 points. Junior guard Jacy Sheldon accounted for four of the Buckeyes’ steals. Ohio State continued to dominate the full court press…

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