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Vanderbilt Freshman Mikayla Blakes Scores Record 55 Points!

2/27/2025

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Blakes Breaks Records

Vanderbilt freshman Mikayla Blakes has electrified the court, shattering the NCAA freshman record with an astounding 55 points in a single game. Averaging 23.3 points per game, she stands as the SEC's second-highest scorer. Coach Shea Ralph praises her resilience, as Blakes' remarkable performance reignites Vanderbilt's dreams of returning to the NCAA Tournament after a decade-long absence.

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Historical Context

Mikayla Blakes' record-breaking 55 points echoes the legendary performances of NCAA stars like Pete Maravich, who averaged 44.2 points per game in the 1970s. Her achievement revives Vanderbilt's hopes of NCAA Tournament glory, a feat the school hasn't tasted since 2014, marking a significant comeback in SEC basketball.

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Blakes Breaks Records

Vanderbilt freshman Mikayla Blakes has electrified the court, shattering the NCAA freshman record with an astounding 55 points in a single game. Averaging 23.3 points per game, she stands as the SEC's second-highest scorer. Coach Shea Ralph praises her resilience, as Blakes' remarkable performance reignites Vanderbilt's dreams of returning to the NCAA Tournament after a decade-long absence.

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