Delaney Gibb Leads BYU’s Dominant Victory Over Stanford in WBIT Quarterfinals

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Published: March 27, 2026 1:51 PM ET

Delaney Gibb Leads BYU’s Dominant Victory Over Stanford in WBIT Quarterfinals

Delaney Gibb played a pivotal role in BYU’s 76-61 victory over Stanford in the quarterfinals of the Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament (WBIT). Her timely scoring helped the Cougars advance to the semifinals, continuing their impressive season. The game took place at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah, on March 26, 2026.

Gibb’s Fourth Quarter Surge

With the game closely contested, Gibb hit two crucial three-pointers in the fourth quarter. This sparked a decisive 17-2 run by BYU that solidified their lead. Gibb’s efforts were instrumental in lifting the Cougars from a tense moment, ultimately propelling them to a comfortable victory.

Key Game Highlights

BYU led for much of the game, yet Stanford made multiple comebacks.
The Cougars extended their lead to eight points in the third quarter.
Stanford’s Chloe Clardy scored an and-one early in the fourth, bringing the score to 53-52.
Gibb quickly responded with her first three-pointer, then followed up with another shortly thereafter.

Performance Overview

Gibb led all scorers with 27 points, making 9 of 21 shots from the field and sinking 4 of 9 from beyond the arc. She also contributed seven rebounds, four assists, and demonstrated her defensive skills with a block and a steal.

Other notable performances included Brinley Cannon, who scored 15 points, and Lara Rohkohl, who recorded a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Olivia Hamlin added 12 points, showcasing the depth of BYU’s roster.

Coaching Milestone

This victory marked a significant achievement for BYU’s head coach, Lee Cummard, as he set the record for the most wins by a first-year head coach in program history.

Upcoming Semifinals

With this win, BYU moves on to face Kansas in the WBIT semifinals next Monday at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas. This matchup follows a regular-season encounter in which BYU suffered a 21-point loss to the Jayhawks.

Delaney Gibb expressed confidence in her team’s current form, stating, “We’re becoming more and more motivated after every game because we want to win this tournament.”

As BYU prepares for the semifinals, their resurgence in the tournament demonstrates their capability to compete with top-level programs. The Cougars are eager to make their mark in the upcoming matchup against Kansas.