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Vanderbilt's Mikayla Blakes Sets Freshman Scoring Record with 55 Points!

2/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a thrilling overtime showdown, Vanderbilt freshman Mikayla Blakes shattered the NCAA Division I freshman record by netting an astonishing 55 points, leading her team to a 98-88 victory over Auburn. This remarkable feat surpassed Elena Delle Donne's previous record of 54 points and followed her impressive 53-point game against Florida, boosting Vanderbilt's season record to 19-7.

History

Historical Context

Mikayla Blakes’ 55-point game for Vanderbilt not only set a new NCAA Division I freshman record but also surpassed Elena Delle Donne’s 54 points from 2010. Delle Donne, a transformative figure in women’s basketball, averaged 26.7 points per game her freshman year, revolutionizing the sport.

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Story summary

In a thrilling overtime showdown, Vanderbilt freshman Mikayla Blakes shattered the NCAA Division I freshman record by netting an astonishing 55 points, leading her team to a 98-88 victory over Auburn. This remarkable feat surpassed Elena Delle Donne's previous record of 54 points and followed her impressive 53-point game against Florida, boosting Vanderbilt's season record to 19-7.

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