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Kentucky WBB downs Morehead St.: Results and Recap
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This year's Kentucky Wildcats women's basketball looked a lot different from last season's squad, but Kenny Brooks has high expectations. It's a talented group, ranked 14th , and capable of a big year and postseason success. They kicked off the season tonight with a 85-42 victory over Morehead State.
Center Clara Strack picked up right where she left off last season. She posted 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 blocks. Ajsa Sivka looked good as well, with 12 points and 8 assists. Me'Arah O'Neal had 10 points and 7 boards.
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The three Kentucky freshmen all looked good as well. Maddyn Greenway had 12 points while playing lockdown defense. Savvy Swords led the Cats with 11 rebounds. Emily McDonald also hit double figures with 10 points.
It was a dominant performance by the Wildcats, who controlled the game from start to finish. They didn't shoot it well from three-point range, but played well overall up and down the roster. Next up will be Northern Kentucky, which will be played Friday at 6:30 P.M. EST.
Kentucky vs Morehead St. score
| Quarter |
Q1 |
Q2 |
Q3 |
Q4 |
Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morehead St |
4 |
11 |
13 |
14 |
42 |
| Kentucky |
18 |
24 |
21 |
22 |
85 |
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Final score: Kentucky 85 - Morehead St. 42
08:25 PM ET, November 2 2026
It was a great show by Kentucky, who opens the season with a win. There were a lot of good things, but some to work on as well for the Wildcats. Game one is in the books.
Emily McDonald hits a three
08:18 PM ET, November 2 2026
McDonald hadn't been able to get her shot to fall tonight. Here, though, she buries it.
Highlight: Clara Strack block
08:11 PM ET, November 2 2026
Diana Collins hits a three
08:05 PM ET, November 2 2026
Collins has had a very good first game as well. She knocks down another three-pointer here.
Highlight: Maddyn Greenway flies to the basket
07:56 PM ET, November 2 2026
Maddyn Greenway scores on the fast break
07:53 PM ET, November 2 2026
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Savvy Swords triggers a steal, and gets the ball ahead to Greenway. She beats everybody to the rim, and scores easily.
Highlight: Ayanna Patterson drive
07:46 PM ET, November 2 2026
Me'Arah O'Neal bucket and foul
07:38 PM ET, November 2 2026
O'Neal gets position inside and gets the score and the foul. The free throw is no good, but she has had a solid debut for the Cats.
Clara Strack opens the second half quickly
07:30 PM ET, November 2 2026
Strack gets wide open under the rim, and scores another two points. She's having a big opening game.
Highlight: Emily McDonald to the hoop
07:20 PM ET, November 2 2026
Halftime: Kentucky 42 - Morehead St. 15
07:14 PM ET, November 2 2026
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The first half was complete control by the Wildcats. The three-point shots didn't fall at a high rate, but they lead big at the half.
Highlight: Kentucky defense leads to offense
07:11 PM ET, November 2 2026
Savvy Swords: Rebound machine
07:09 PM ET, November 2 2026
The freshman continues to be impressive. She grabs back to back offensive boards to give Kentucky extra looks. She's up to 6 boards.
Savvy Swords having a good debut
07:04 PM ET, November 2 2026
Swords has made her presence felt early on. She has 6 points and 3 rebounds so far, marking a terrific first game in Lexington.
Kentucky runs the fast break
06:58 PM ET, November 2 2026
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The Wildcats defense creates a turnover, and quickly gets out on the break. Ajsa Sivka finds Me'Arah O'Neal for the easy layup.
End of 1st Qtr: Kentucky 18 - Morehead St. 4
06:51 PM ET, November 2 2026
The Wildcats dominated the first quarter of action. They have smothered Morehead St. defensively, and used their size advantage to control the game.
Highlight: Savvy Swords nice move
06:47 PM ET, November 2 2026
Me'Arah O'Neal with a beautiful pass
06:45 PM ET, November 2 2026
Florida transfer Me'Arah O'Neal finds Savvy Swords rolling to the rim with a gorgeous pass. Kentucky's lead continues to grow.
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Kentucky dominating early
06:39 PM ET, November 2 2026
Savvy Swords and Asia Boone both get buckets, and Clara Strack gets her first block. Kentucky is now up 11-0 early on. Morehead St. calls a timeout.
Ajsa Sivka from deep
06:37 PM ET, November 2 2026
Kentucky goes up 5-0 after Ajsa Sivka hits her first three as a Wildcat from the wing. Her combination of size and athleticism should be a big boost.
Clara Strack gets Kentucky on the board
06:35 PM ET, November 2 2026
The early shots weren't falling for either side. However, Strack grabs an offensive board an puts it back in for a 2-0 lead for the Wildcats.
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Kentucky starting lineup
06:32 PM ET, November 2 2026
Kentucky vs Morehead St: Players to watch
10:01 AM ET, November 2 2026
KENTUCKY
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Clara Strack - The leader of the team, and one of the best centers in the country. She averaged 16.9 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game.
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Me'Arah O'Neal - A transfer from Florida, O'Neal averaged 13.6 points per game, and made 38% of her three-point attempts.
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Asia Boone - Last season, she averaged 10 points per game and shot 37% from deep. She'll be counted on to be a leader this season.
MOREHEAD STATE
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Breayah Jefferson - One of many newcomers for Morehead St, Jefferson has scoring pedigree. She averaged 18 points per game at Monroe University last year.
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Juliana Rodger - A talented freshman addition, Rodger played for the U17 Team Ontario in the Canadian National Championships.
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Marissa Green - One of the few players on Morehead St. that can matchup in size to Kentucky's frontcourt. She's 6'3", and was a terrific scorer and rebounder in high school.
How to watch Kentucky WBB vs Morehead St: TV channel, streaming info
08:01 AM ET, November 2 2026
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Kentucky vs Morehead St. isn't on regular broadcast television, but can be streamed on SEC Network+.
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Nov. 2
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6:30 P.M. EST
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