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Two Women’s Basketball Players Score for the Opposing Team by Mistake

A live‑TV blunder in a college game turned a moment of confusion into laugh‑out‑loud humor as two players shot into the wrong basket.

By SnapScopeSource: apnews.com1 min read

In brief

During a women’s college basketball match, two home‑team players accidentally scored into the rival’s basket during a fast‑paced play. Coaches, commentators, and fans laughed at the moment, while referees corrected the score before play resumed. The incident highlighted the unpredictable human side of competitive sports.

During a women’s college basketball game, two players from the home team mistakenly shot into the opposing team’s basket, a slip that was caught live on television. The error happened in the second quarter amid a fast‑paced play and surprised everyone on the court.

The referees quickly corrected the mistake, returning the points to the correct score and letting the game continue. Both teams shook hands afterward, sharing a good‑natured laugh over the incident.

We can’t make this up!

The opposing coach commented, “We can’t make this up!” after the error was fixed. The comment was shared by commentators and viewers, turning the mishap into a crowd‑pleaser and a moment of light‑hearted amusement for fans and the broadcast audience.

Although the accidental points were taken away from the record books, the incident highlighted the unpredictable, human element of competitive sports. Players, coaches, and fans alike used the moment to remind everyone that even in high‑stakes games, mistakes can happen and can be handled with sportsmanship and humor.

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