5-seed Kentucky women’s basketball began its NCAA Tournament run on Saturday, taking on 12-seed James Madison in the first round. The Dukes entered the big dance having won 12 consecutive games, but they haven’t faced an opponent of Kentucky’s caliber since falling 95-56 to Texas on Nov. 19.
Kentucky got the first-round victory over James Madison, coming away with a 71-56 win to advance to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
The Cats started the game shooting 11-18 (61%) overall and 4-7 (57%) from the three-point line. Amelia Hassett had eight early points having made two three-pointers in the first frame, while Tonie Morgan trailed just behind her with seven points of her own. Kenny Brooks‘ team led 32-10 after one.
Kentucky rolls to second round with 71-56 victory over James Madison - On3
Kentucky got the first-round victory over James Madison, coming away with a 71-56 win to advance to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
The Cats started the game shooting 11-18 (61%) overall and 4-7 (57%) from the three-point line. Amelia Hassett had eight early points having made two three-pointers in the first frame, while Tonie Morgan trailed just behind her with seven points of her own. Kenny Brooks‘ team led 32-10 after one.
Kentucky rolls to second round with 71-56 victory over James Madison - On3
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