North Carolina women set record with 18 three-pointers in win over NC Central
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 2:15 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
No. 23 North Carolina women’s basketball team defeated North Carolina Central 109-40 on November 11. The Tar Heels established a new program record by sinking 18 three-pointers, surpassing the previous record of 16 set earlier this year. Nyla Brooks led the team with 17 points, while six other players contributed significantly. The Tar Heels dominated throughout the game, leading 30-11 after the first quarter and extending their advantage to 54-15 by halftime. North Carolina forced 20 turnovers from NC Central and recorded 30 assists on their 40 baskets. The Tar Heels will next face Penn on Saturday.
- •North Carolina shot 56% from the field.
- •Nyla Brooks scored 17 points for UNC.
- •The team forced 20 turnovers from NC Central.
- •Next, UNC plays Penn on November 14.
- •NC Central record stands at 2-2 after the loss.
- 2:15 AMYahoo Sports — No. 23 North Carolina women set record with 18 3-pointers in 109-40 victory over NC Central
"(AP) — Nyla Brooks scored 17 points and No. 23 North Carolina set a program record with 18 3-pointers in a 109-40 victory over North Carolina Central on Wednesday night for the Tar Heels’ first win of the season.
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