Virginia Tech vs. LSU in tight, 4th-quarter battle; follow live updates from Dallas

With star players and powerhouse programs, the women’s Final Four is packing a big punch this weekend in Dallas. The two semifinal games are Friday at the American Airlines Center. First up is No. 1 seed Virginia Tech (31-4) vs. No. 3 LSU (32-2) at 7 p.m. ET Friday on ESPN.

For Virginia Tech, the Hokies’ “blind faith” in head coach Kenny Brooks has led to a full-circle moment at Final Four. Yahoo Sports’ Cassandra Negley on Brooks’ determination.

For LSU, Angel Reese’s “fresh start” turned into an NIL windfall and a Final Four trip with LSU. Cassandra Negley tells the story of the “Bayou Barbie.”

How to watch women’s Final Four

Who: No. 1 seed Virginia Tech (31-4) vs. No. 3 LSU (32-2)

When: 7 p.m. ET Friday

Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas

TV: ESPN

Broadcast crew: Ryan Ruocco (play-by-play), Rebecca Lobo (analyst) and Holly Rowe and Andraya Carter (reporters)

Follow Virginia Tech-LSU updates at the Final Four