Audi Crooks Dominates in Women’s College Basketball with 40-Point Games

The latest weekend in women’s college basketball? Absolutely wild. Standout performances and wild finishes kept fans glued to their screens. Audi Crooks tied a record with 41 points, there were buzzer-beaters, and even some triple-doubles. It’s hard not to be impressed by how competitive and talented these athletes are. Here are some of the moments that made this weekend so memorable.

Audi Crooks Shines Bright for Iowa State

For the third time this season, Audi Crooks scored more than 40 points. She led No. 10 Iowa State to a dramatic 79-76 win over Kansas. Crooks, the junior center, went 19-for-28 from the field and matched the program record for points in a Big 12 game. Her 41 points made this her fourth straight game with at least 30 points. She’s now averaging an eye-popping 28.9 points per game this season.

Thrilling Finish Against Kansas

The Cyclones looked like they’d cruise, stretching their lead to 11 points in the fourth quarter. Kansas clawed back, with S’Mya Nichols hitting big shots and tying the game with just five seconds left. Then Kenzie Hare, a redshirt junior, drilled a buzzer-beating corner three. That shot sealed Iowa State’s 13th win of the year. What a finish.

Virginia’s Kymora Johnson Sets Records

Virginia’s junior guard Kymora Johnson had the kind of night you dream about. She dropped 41 points and hit 10 threes, breaking the school record in an 88-53 blowout over Winthrop. Johnson caught fire in the second half, making all seven of her three-point attempts and racking up a program-record 27 second-half points.

Back-to-Back Stellar Performances

Just a few days before, Johnson scored a career-high 34 points in a win over South Florida. She’s quickly becoming one of the most dangerous scorers in the country. Her shooting is just on another level right now.

South Carolina’s Dynamic Duo: Joyce Edwards and Madina Okot

No. 3 South Carolina kept rolling, thanks to sophomore forward Joyce Edwards and senior center Madina Okot. Edwards scored 29 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in a 105-43 rout of FGCU. Okot chipped in a career-high 27 points and 12 rebounds, and even hit her first career three-pointer.

Edwards’ Consistent Excellence

Edwards just keeps delivering, scoring at least 25 points in four straight games. She’s shooting over 65% from the field during that stretch. Her efficiency and scoring punch make her a nightmare matchup for anyone.

UConn’s Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong Lead the Way

At the Champions Classic, No. 11 UConn took down No. 11 Iowa. Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong put on a show, combining for 50 points. Strong poured in 20 of her 23 points in the first half. Fudd came alive in the second, dropping 21 of her 27 points after halftime.

Balanced Attack

Fudd and Strong know how to share the spotlight and keep defenses guessing. Their performances have kept UConn looking like a real contender. That kind of balance is hard to defend.

TCU’s Olivia Miles Shines Despite Missing Triple-Double

No. 9 TCU stayed undefeated with a win over Kansas State. Super senior point guard Olivia Miles led the way, scoring a season-high 29 points. Her handles and finishes around the rim were just fun to watch. She didn’t get her fourth straight triple-double, but her scoring was a game-changer in the 77-55 victory.

Hannah Hidalgo’s Triple-Double for Notre Dame

Notre Dame’s junior point guard Hannah Hidalgo notched her second career triple-double in a 110-38 blowout of Bellarmine. Hidalgo put up 30 points, 10 assists, and 13 steals. She passed Arike Ogunbowale for the most 30-point games in program history, hitting 12. That’s no small feat.

LSU’s Grace Knox and USC’s Jazzy Davidson Deliver Clutch Performances

Freshman forward Grace Knox powered No. 5 LSU to a 110-45 thrashing of UT Arlington. She finished with 25 points and 12 rebounds—her second double-double this season. Meanwhile, No. 19 USC’s freshman guard Jazzy Davidson scored a season-high 24 points. She hit the game-winning shot in a 61-57 victory over Cal at the Bay Area Women’s Classic. Sometimes, it’s the rookies who steal the show.

Knox’s Impact Off the Bench

Knox keeps making a real difference for LSU when she comes in off the bench. Her scoring and rebounding have given the Tigers a much-needed spark.

With her help, the team has now hit the century mark for the 10th time in just 13 games. That’s a stat worth pausing over, isn’t it?

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