I don't know how many MU fans noticed, but the women's team just played in a tournament in Mexico and lost to Tennessee by 2 points in overtime (101-99. Tennessee was ranked #12 and #13 in national polls. The Volunteers also supposedly have the top-ranked freshman class in the country this year.

What is interesting is that two freshmen - Lauren Van Kleunen and Serena Lott - have gotten significant minutes so far this year, and both are playing well. They, along with the five outstanding juniors, will all return next year, and 6'4" Tori McCoy, the Ohio State transfer, will also become eligible.

It would not surprise me at all if this year the women make it to the Sweet 16 or even the Elite Eight, and next year they could end up ranked in the Top 10 and have a legitimate shot at making it to the Final Four.

I can't wait to watch this team this year on t.v. as they have a few conference games on Fox 1 and on Fox 2.