Ohio State take the belt

Ohio State beat Purdue 71–60 on the road to start reign 44 of the NCAAW belt, the 2nd for the franchise.

Purdue had held it since January 22, 2009, with 0 defenses over 3 days.

Ohio State held it for 14 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Michigan State on February 8, 2009.