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Emily McDonald scores 27 as No. 12 Kentucky women rout Evansville 98-30

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Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Emily McDonald scores 27 as No. 12 Kentucky women rout Evansville 98-30

Summary

Freshman Emily McDonald led No. 12 Kentucky with a season-high 27 points in a 98-30 victory against Evansville on November 11, 2026. McDonald set a program record with nine three-pointers on just 12 attempts, surpassing teammate Ajša Sivka's recent tally of eight. Kentucky established a commanding lead with a strong performance in the second quarter, holding Evansville to just four points. The Wildcats shot 60% from the field in the first half and are now 4-0 for the season. Kentucky will host Eastern Michigan next, while Evansville prepares to play at Eastern Illinois.

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•Kentucky improves to 4-0 with the win over Evansville.
•McDonald sets a program record with nine three-pointers.
•Kentucky shot 60% in the first half, leading 46-11 at halftime.
•Other contributors included Me’Arah O’Neal with 18 points.
•Next, Kentucky will face Eastern Michigan, while Evansville plays at Eastern Illinois.

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1:39 AMYahoo Sports — Emily McDonald scores 27 and sets record with 9 3s as No. 12 Kentucky women rout Evansville 98-30

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(AP) — Freshman Emily McDonald scored a season-best 27 points and set a program record with nine 3-pointers — on just 12 attempts — and No. 12 Kentucky routed Evansville 98-30 on Wednesday.
— Yahoo Sports

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