Record Setting Racers Post Highest Point Total Ever Against a Division I Opponent

Saturday, December 7

Murray, Ky.

2 p.m.

Murray State

5-2,0-0MVC

116

Austin Peay

3-5,0-0ASUN

Austin Peay

Murray St.

116

Photo by: Clay Wagoner-Murray State Athletics

Record Setting Racers Post Highest Point Total Ever Against a Division I Opponent

12/7/2024 4:38:00 PM | Women's Basketball

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Murray State women's basketball defeated longtime rival Austin Peay 116-80 on Saturday afternoon

Murray State women's basketball defeated Austin Peay 116-80 to set the new record for most points scored against a Division I opponent on Saturday at the CFSB Center in Murray, Kentucky. After knocking down 16 three points with six players reaching double figures, the Racers defeated the Governors by the largest margin in more than 100 all-time meetings.

Halli Poock led MSU with 30 points and eight assists without committing a turnover. Katelyn Young once again reached 20 points to go with six rebounds while Ava Learn have 17 points and 10 rebounds to record her second consecutive double-double. Haven Ford, Briley Pena, and freshman Braxcynn Baker each reached double figures for the first time this season that six different players scored 10 or more points.

As a team, the Racers dished out 22 assists and shot 50 percent on three point attempts.

Game Notes

Murray State set the program record for most points against a division I opponent, the fourth highest total overall
The program high mark was set last season when the Racers scored 121 against Cumberland (TN)
The 16 made three pointers is tied for the second most three pointers in a game in program history and the second time this season the Racers have reached that mark
The 36-point margin of victory over Austin Peay is the highest in the series that spans 108 games
Halli Poock scored 30 points and had eight assists in the game with no turnovers
Katelyn Young added 20 points to extend her program scoring record
Ava Learn reached her second consecutive double-double
Haven Ford, Briley Pena, and Braxcynn Baker all reached double figures in scoring
It is the first time this season that six players have reached 10+ points in a single game
The Racers have won four-straight games with a combined margin of victory of 113

Murray State now sets their sights on SEC opponent Alabama for a matchup in Tuscaloosa, Ala. on December 15.

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