No. 19 Lady Rebels start season with 80-38 win over Alcorn State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 7:52 PM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026

The No. 19 Ole Miss women's basketball team opened its season with a dominant 80-38 victory over Alcorn State on November 2. Despite a slow start, leading just 10-6 after the first quarter, the Lady Rebels outscored their opponent in each subsequent quarter. Jaida Civil led Ole Miss with 17 points, while Jade Tillman and Jada Richard each contributed 14 points. The team showcased a strong performance on the boards, finishing with a +20 rebound advantage. Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin now holds a perfect 23-0 record against SWAC opponents during her tenure, with Ole Miss improving to 20-1 all-time against Alcorn State. The Lady Rebels' next matchup is against North Alabama on November 5.
- •Ole Miss wins 80-38 against Alcorn State in season opener.
- •Jaida Civil scores 17 points, leading the team.
- •Lady Rebels dominate rebounding with a +20 margin.
- •Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin improves to 23-0 against SWAC teams.
- •Next game for Ole Miss is against North Alabama on November 5.
- 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — Lady Rebels open season with dominant win over Alcorn St.
"Coach Yo and Co. are back to its winning ways
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