Women's Basketball Drops Contest Saturday

Saturday, February 7

Cape Girardeau, Mo.

1:30 P.M.

Southeast Missouri State University

8-15,4-10OVC

Southern Indiana

16-7,10-4OVC

Team	1	2	3	4	F
Southern Ind.	25	17	16	32	90
Southeast Mo. St.	9	7	15	26	57

Photo by: SEMO Creative Media

2/7/2026 3:28:00 PM | Women's Basketball

Box Score

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — Southeast Missouri Women's Basketball (8-15, 4-10 OVC) fell to Southern Indiana (16-7, 10-4 OVC), 90-57, at the Show Me Center. The visitors capitalized on 25 turnovers from the Redhawks, translating them into 28 points.

First Quarter
- Kearra Jones opened scoring for the Redhawks with a layup, assisted by Raissa Nsabua at 9:41.
- The Screaming Eagles responded with Amiyah Buchanan's offensive rebound and layup, sparking an early 6–0 run.
- Shannon Blacher drained a 3-pointer at 5:53, aided by Ali Saunders' assist, extending the Screaming Eagles' lead.
- At the close of the quarter, Southern Indiana led 25–9.

Second Quarter
- The Screaming Eagles opened with a 3-pointer by Ali Saunders, setting the pace for the quarter.
- The Redhawks responded with a layup and a free throw to narrow the gap temporarily.
- Sophia Loden added a crucial 3-pointer for the visitors, extending their lead.
- At halftime, Southern Indiana led 42–16.

Third Quarter
- Southern Indiana grabbed an early lead with Chloe Gannon finishing at the rim at 9:14.
- Lexi McCully responded for the Redhawks with a jumper at 6:31.
- Ainaya Williams added a three-point play at 5:30, converting a layup and a free throw.
- By the end of the quarter, Southern Indiana held a 58–31 advantage.

Fourth Quarter
- Carmen Taylor sparked the Redhawks with a pair of 3-pointers in the opening minute.
- The Screaming Eagles responded with a 3-pointer from Ali Saunders and maintained control with a strong inside game.
- Kylee Dennis contributed significantly for the Screaming Eagles, knocking down a 3-pointer and providing multiple assists.
- Southern Indiana wrapped up the quarter with a last-minute 3-pointer from Lily Graves, sealing the 90–57 victory.

SEMO Top Performers
Carmen Taylor
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- 21 points
- 8 field goals made
- 5 3-pointers

Kearra Jones
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- 9 points
- 4/5 field goals made
- 1 block

Ainaya Williams
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- 13 points
- 5/6 free throws made
- 6 rebounds

Looking ahead, the Redhawks will travel to face SIUE on Thursday, Feb. 12. The matchup is set for 5 p.m. in Edwardsville, Illinois.