Louisville Womens Basketball

The Cardinals had an impressive offensive performance, with five players scoring in double figures. Jayda Curry had a standout game, delivering a season-high 19 points and showcasing her accuracy by shooting 7-for-12 from the field, including a perfect 2-for-2 from behind the arc. Merissah Russell also had a noteworthy game, scoring a season-high 12 points on 3-for-3 shooting.

The upcoming matchup against the Hurricanes is part of a challenging stretch for the Cardinals, with the game being the third of a potential four-straight games against ranked or receiving votes opponents. The team will look to carry their momentum and continue their winning ways as they enter ACC play.

The Cardinals showcased their defensive prowess once again, improving their record to 2-1 this season against ranked opponents. Louisville extended a remarkable winning streak, securing their 40th consecutive victory when holding their opponents to 59 points or less.

Louisville got off to a hot start, going on a 10-0 run after the Huskies scored the first points of the game. They forced multiple turnovers and took a 10-2 lead early on. However, Washington fought back and tied the game at 10 with an 8-0 run. Both teams closed out the first quarter with a three-pointer each, making it 13-13.

However, the Huskies are not to be taken lightly. They currently lead the country in scoring defense, allowing just 45.6 points per game. Washington has held their opponents to 50 points or less in seven of their 11 games this season. On the offensive end, the Cardinals have scored over 60 points in every game this season and have reached the 70-point mark in 10 of their 12 games.

Leading the way for the Cardinals was Kiki Jefferson, who had an impressive game with 19 points, six rebounds, and five assists. This performance marked her seventh consecutive game scoring in double figures. Olivia Cochran also had a solid showing with 12 points and six rebounds, while Sydney Taylor contributed 13 points and three assists.

Louisville comes into the game with an impressive six-game winning streak, following their 74-48 victory over Morehead State on Wednesday. The Cardinals have been dominant at home this season, boasting a 6-0 record in front of their home crowd. Their latest win saw Olivia Cochran shine, as she contributed 16 points and secured her second double-double of the season with 11 rebounds.

The Cardinals showcased their defensive prowess, limiting Morehead State to a mere eight points in the second quarter. This has become a trend for Louisville, as they have now held their opponents to single-digit quarters on nine occasions this season, a significant improvement from last season’s 22 such quarters.

It was a balanced offensive effort for Louisville, as Olivia Cochran led the way with 16 points and 11 rebounds for her second double-double of the season. Fellow teammate Nyla Harris also had an impressive performance, contributing 16 points and nine rebounds. Kiki Jefferson rounded out the double-digit scorers with 12 points, four rebounds, and two assists.

Louisville enters Wednesday’s game on a five-game winning streak, including a 73-61 victory over rival Kentucky. Head coach Jeff Walz secured his 450th career win in that game, solidifying his position as the program’s winningest head coach.