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Georgia Amoore's Record-Tying 34 Points Propel Kentucky to Narrow NCAA Win Over Liberty

Kentucky overcame rebounding struggles and Liberty's late comeback to secure a 79-78 victory, advancing to the second round of the NCAA Women's Tournament.

Mar 7, 2025; Greenville, SC, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Georgia Amoore (3) shoots a thee pointer against the Oklahoma Sooners during the second half at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images/ File Photo
Mar 7, 2025; Greenville, SC, USA;Kentucky Wildcats guard Dazia Lawrence (10) drives to the basket past Oklahoma Sooners center Landry Allen (25) during the second half at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Georgia Amoore scored 34 points, tying Kentucky's program record for most points in an NCAA Tournament game, and added eight assists, two steals, and two blocks.
  • Amoore hit her 400th career 3-pointer during the game, further cementing her standout season as a second-team All-American.
  • Kentucky built a 17-point lead early in the fourth quarter but struggled with rebounding and fouls, allowing Liberty to cut the deficit to one point in the final seconds.
  • Liberty's Emma Hess hit a late three-pointer, but Kentucky held on for their first NCAA Tournament win in four years, avoiding a last-second foul.
  • The Wildcats advance to face either Kansas State or Fairfield in the second round on Sunday, looking to address their rebounding and foul challenges.