(02-14-2017 05:26 PM)kreed5120 Wrote:  I just feel outside of a few programs (UConn, ND, SC, etc.) there just aren't many schools that invest a large amount of resources into wbb. This creates a lot of parity as the barrier of entry to compete isn't astronomical like it is in football or men's basketball. Some mid-major schools that have trouble competing in other sports rally behind their women's team as it's the one sport they are actually "good" at.

That used to be the case, you used to see a La. Tech or an Old Dominion be relevant but that's not really the case these days. UConn is only in a lesser conference because it's conference fell apart/moved on due to football and politics.