Northern Kentucky women's basketball secures victories over Kent State and Kentucky

Northern Kentucky women's basketball secured two notable victories against regional opponents. In a dominant defensive performance, Kentucky defeated Northern Kentucky 79-28 at Memorial Coliseum. The Wildcats utilized a suffocating defense that held the Norse to just 14 percent shooting and six total field goals. Kentucky also controlled the boards with 60 total rebounds, led by Clara Strack with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Senior guard Boone led all scorers with 21 points, including five three-pointers.

In a separate matchup, Northern Kentucky narrowly defeated Kent State 61-58. Despite a late comeback attempt by the Golden Flashes, which included a deep three-pointer by Whitney Stafford to tie the game late in the fourth quarter, Kent State was unable to secure the lead. Emory Klatt led Kent State with 16 points and eight rebounds in the loss.