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Ines Bettencourt Returns to Gonzaga WBB, Creates Robust Backcourt Depth

During the first week of official college basketball practices, Gonzaga Athletics checked off what it hopes is the first of many boxes. As Gonzaga women’s basketball released its official non-conference schedule and full roster, fifth-year guard Inês Bettencourt was listed among the 13 available Zags for the

Analysis

Gonzaga Women's Basketball Takes Unique Continuity Into Offseason

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="7065"] Gonzaga Bulldogs head coach Lisa Fortier reacts after a play against the Saint Mary's Gaels in the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] In the

Analysis

Season In Review: Analyzing Gonzaga WBB's 2025-26 Campaign

A clear signal of the youth infusion Gonzaga women’s basketball had this season is the fact that there was only one senior in its rotation. Still, the Zags were victorious in 24 games, won the WCC tournament, and got back to the NCAA tournament after missing out on it

Game Day

Gonzaga WBB Dominates Santa Clara 88-60 in WCC Semifinals

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="4715"] Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Allie Turner (11) controls the ball against the Saint Mary’s Gaels in the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] LAS VEGAS, Nev. – When

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Amidst Ugly Shooting Night, Gonzaga WBB Holds on for 74-66 Overtime Win Over USF

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1770"] Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Jaiden Haile dribbles in the paint against San Francisco in a 74-66 win at the Sobrato Center. Credit: Gonzaga Athletics [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – In a game where neither team

Analysis

Gonzaga WBB Has Answered Some Questions, But Still Has Solving Left to Do

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="2048"] Gonzaga women’s basketball head coach Lisa Fortier (center) gives instruction to her team during the Bulldogs’ 81-66 win over NDSU in Fargo, ND on November 7, 2025. Credit: Gonzaga Athletics/Instagram [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption]

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Gonzaga WBB Survives Eastern Washington's Surge to Snap Three-Game Skid With 79-60 Win

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="858"] Zeryhia Aokuso (55) drives for a left-handed layup during Gonzaga’s 79-60 win over Eastern Washington at the McCarthey Athletic Center on November 23, 2025. Credit: Gonzaga Athletics/Instagram [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] From the

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Gonzaga WBB Guts Out 72-69 Road Win Over Toledo

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="828"] Lauren Whittaker (33) celebrates with Taylor Smith (20) during Gonzaga’s 72-69 win over Toledo on Nov. 9, 2025, at John F. Savage Arena in Toledo, Ohio. [https://www.emeraldcityspectrum.com/caption] For multiple stints throughout their