Nashville, TN, August 11, 2025
News Summary
The Vanderbilt women’s basketball team secured a commanding 101-60 victory over Arkansas, marking their sixth game this season scoring over 100 points, setting a new program record. This win, featuring standout performances, notably from Mikayla Blakes who scored 24 points, showcases the team’s dominance in the Southeastern Conference. Vanderbilt’s strong defense led to a significant margin of victory, as they maintained control throughout the match. With this victory, the Commodores improved their overall record to 16-4 and prepared for a matchup against No. 19 Alabama.
Nashville, TN – Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball Sets Record
The Vanderbilt women’s basketball team achieved a landmark victory, overpowering Arkansas with a decisive 101-60 win at Memorial Gymnasium. This impressive performance marks the sixth instance this season where the Commodores have surpassed the 100-point threshold, setting a new program record for the most games scoring over 100 points in a season.
The 41-point margin of victory stands as Vanderbilt’s largest against any Southeastern Conference (SEC) team since Shea Ralph took over as head coach. Additionally, this is the widest margin of victory against a conference opponent since they triumphed over Mississippi State with a score of 92-41 on January 3, 2013.
Key Contributors and Standout Performances
Freshman Mikayla Blakes was the standout performer of the game, leading the scoring with 24 points, and extending her double-digit scoring streak to six consecutive games. Khamil Pierre, a sophomore, also shined with 20 points and a game-high nine rebounds, increasing her double-digit scoring streak to 22 games this season.
Other notable contributions included senior Iyana Moore, who scored 18 points, and graduate student Jane Nwaba, who recorded a season-high 13 points while hitting three 3-pointers. Off the bench, sophomore Madison Greene contributed an additional 10 points.
Game Highlights and Team Statistics
With this victory, Vanderbilt improves its overall record to 16-4 and holds an even 3-3 record in SEC play. In contrast, Arkansas now stands at 8-13 overall and 1-5 in conference play.
Throughout the game, the Commodores demonstrated strong defensive skills, recording a total of 17 steals, which is the ninth game this season where they have achieved 15 or more steals. Graduate student Leilani Kapinus led the team with six steals, while Pierre secured four steals of her own.
From the field, Vanderbilt excelled, shooting 56.5%, and ties their season high with 13 successful 3-point shots. Arkansas struggled against Vanderbilt’s defense, shooting only 40% and committing a significant 26 turnovers. The Commodores capitalized on these turnovers, accumulating a commanding 40-13 lead in points off turnovers.
Game Progression
Vanderbilt quickly established an early lead, finishing the first quarter with a strong 16-point advantage. This lead expanded to 27 points during the second quarter, bringing the halftime score to 53-27 in favor of the Commodores. Although Arkansas made an effort to close the gap in the third quarter, reducing the deficit to 16 points, Vanderbilt’s responsiveness secured their lead, ending the period with a 25-point advantage.
Upcoming Matchup
The Commodores are set to face off against No. 19 Alabama on Sunday, with the tip-off scheduled for 1 p.m. and will be broadcast on SEC Network.
FAQ
What was the final score of the Vanderbilt vs. Arkansas women’s basketball game?
The final score was 101-60 in favor of Vanderbilt.
Who were the top scorers for Vanderbilt in the game?
Top scorers included Mikayla Blakes with 24 points, Khamil Pierre with 20 points, and Iyana Moore with 18 points.
How many games has Vanderbilt scored over 100 points this season?
Vanderbilt has surpassed 100 points in six games this season.
What is Vanderbilt’s record in SEC play after this victory?
Vanderbilt’s SEC record is now 3-3.
When is Vanderbilt’s next game?
Vanderbilt will play against No. 19 Alabama on Sunday at 1 p.m..
Key Features of the Game
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Final Score | 101-60 |
| Top Scorer | Mikayla Blakes – 24 Points |
| Other Notable Players | Khamil Pierre – 20 Points, Iyana Moore – 18 Points |
| Vanderbilt’s Overall Record | 16-4 |
| SEC Record | 3-3 |
| Next Game | vs. No. 19 Alabama on Sunday at 1 p.m. |
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Additional Resources
- Vanderbilt Commodores
- Wikipedia: Vanderbilt Commodores Women’s Basketball
- Arkansas Razorbacks
- Google Search: Arkansas Razorbacks Women’s Basketball
- Sports Illustrated
- Google Scholar: SEC Women’s Basketball
- The Tennessean
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Women’s Basketball
- The Vanderbilt Hustler
- Google News: Vanderbilt Women’s Basketball
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