Alabama Women's Basketball Triumphs Over UAH in Exhibition Game

Five players scored in double figures for Alabama, with Ace Austin leading the way with 21 points, eight rebounds, six assists, and five three-pointers. Amirah Anderson contributed 18 points, while Mykelle Richards added 14. Tianna Chambers and Alayna West each scored 12 points.

Ava McSwain was the leading scorer for UAH with 17 points.

Game Highlights:

- Alabama's 105 points marked the highest total in a preseason game since the 2019-20 season.

- The Crimson Tide shot 39-of-70 (56 percent) from the field, including 15-of-30 (50 percent) from three-point range, and 12-of-17 (71 percent) from the free-throw line.

- The team recorded 31 assists on 39 baskets, with Austin and Chambers setting the pace at six assists each.

- Alayna West also had an impressive game, tallying six rebounds, six steals, and four assists.

- The bench contributed significantly, scoring 44 points compared to UAH's 21.

- Alabama converted UAH's 22 turnovers into 33 fast-break points.

- UAH shot 20-of-62 (32 percent) overall, with 9-of-29 (31 percent) from beyond the arc and a perfect 13-of-13 from the free-throw line.

Alabama began the game with a 13-0 run after holding UAH scoreless for nearly four minutes, ultimately outscoring them 30-7 in the first quarter. After leading 49-26 at halftime, the Crimson Tide extended their lead with a 17-0 run in the third quarter, ending the period ahead 78-44. The final quarter saw Alabama push their lead to as much as 46 points, winning by 43.