Kentucky women’s basketball began SEC play by scoring 91 points in a record-setting win over Mississippi State. In their second conference game on Sunday, they scored even more, beating Vanderbilt 96 – 78.
The Wildcats jumped out to a hot start, scoring 31 first quarter points. The shots were falling and the lead got big early on. At halftime, Kentucky led 51 – 38.The second half was closer, but the Cats closed strong, and put it away.
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Georgia Amoore led five Wildcats in double figures with 24 points. She added 9 assists. Amelia Hassett had 20 points and 9 rebounds. Clara Strack posted a double-double with 17 points and 15 boards to go with 2 blocked shots. It was a terrific team effort from Kentucky, and an impressive victory.
Kentucky now advances to 13 – 1 on the season, and 2 – 0 in the SEC. Their next game is on January ninth against the Florida Gators, who are currently 10 – 6. The Cats will try and continue their dominant start to their conference schedule.