Friday Headlines: Kentucky Women’s Basketball is 2-0

The Wildcats beat Northern Kentucky Thursday night.

Kentucky women’s basketball defeated Northern Kentucky, 70-41, on Thursday night to move to 2-0 to start their season.

Similar to the men’s team, having a new head coach in Kenny Brooks has been the breath of fresh air the entire fanbase needed following the firing of Kyra Elzy.

In just a short amount of time, Brooks has made an impression on the team with his approach to defense. The Wildcats were stellar on Thursday night, holding Northern Kentucky to 26% shooting from the floor and just 16% from behind the arc. They also blocked 16 shots and forced 10 turnovers.

While the Wildcats weren’t incredibly efficient on the offensive end, either, playing intense defense allowed for opportunities for easier baskets which led to the blowout victory.

Clara Silva led all scorers with 18 points on 9-14 shooting and was joined by Clara Strack (15) as well as Georgia Amoore (13) and Dazia Lawrence (10) in double-figure scoring.

Kentucky will host Wofford in the newly renovated Historic Memorial Coliseum next Tuesday with tip-off scheduled for 6 PM ET.

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Headlines

Mark Stoops Admits he has to do Better – Vaught’s Views

In multiple areas.

Bronny James assigned to Lakers’ G League affiliate – ESPN

Probably what’s best for his development.

Koby Brea Just Wants to be Part of Winning – Vaught’s Views

The perfect mentality.

Ravens hold off Bengals comeback with wild win – CBS Sports

Intense Thursday night game.

UK must have funds to land o-linemen in transfer portal – KSR

Have to rebuild up front.

Ja’Marr Chase sets NFL records on TNF – CBS Sports

He finished with 264-yards & three-touchdowns.

Mark Pope scouts Bucknell ahead of Saturday’s game – KSR

A fast-paced team with veteran shooters.

Predicting landing spots for top MLB free agents – CBS Sports

Who will your favorite team land?