Texas Women’s Basketball Dominates Georgia
In a dominating performance at home, the No. 4 Texas women’s basketball team triumphed over No. 23 Georgia with a resounding score of 79-50 on Thursday evening. This victory marked the Longhorns’ 42nd consecutive win on their home court, underscoring their stronghold in the league. Texas currently boasts a record of 27 wins against only 3 losses, placing them at second in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) alongside Vanderbilt, just behind regular-season champions South Carolina, who finished with an impressive record of 14-1.
Standout Performances
The standout player of the match was Madison Booker, who topped the score sheet with 18 points, contributing significantly to her team’s success. Her performance included making 8 of 9 attempts from the free-throw line, along with 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals. Fellow teammates Justice Carlton and Kyla Oldacre added to the score with 14 points each, supporting the overall scoring effort.
Defensively, Rori Harmon played a crucial role in stifling Georgia’s leading scorer, Dani Carnegie, who could only manage 3 points throughout the contest—15 points below her average. Harmon excelled with 7 assists and 4 steals, effectively disrupting Georgia’s offensive flow. Carnegie struggled shooting, making just 1 of her 8 attempts, with her lone basket occurring when Harmon was resting on the bench.
Georgia’s Struggles
For Georgia, who now holds a record of 21-8 and 7-8 in SEC play, Rylie Theuerkauf emerged as the top scorer with 16 points, while Mia Woolfolk contributed 12. However, the Lady Bulldogs faced challenges throughout the match, shooting at a modest 38% and registering a staggering 24 turnovers—set as a season-high.
Game Highlights
Texas established an early foothold in the match, scoring the first 11 points and dominating the first quarter with a 28-11 lead, marked by a series of defensive steals and efficient scoring. By halftime, the Longhorns had expanded their lead to 49-18, shooting a remarkable 71.4% compared to Georgia’s 27.3%. Texas excelled in points off turnovers and in the paint, showcasing their tactical advantages.
While the Longhorns slowed offensively in the second half, netting 32% shooting and being narrowly outscored 32-30, their first-half performance had already sealed the game. Next, Texas will face No. 24 Alabama on Sunday, while Georgia prepares to host Florida.
