Tulsa Sets Scoring Record En Route to 101-53 Win Over MVSU

Thursday, December 4

Tulsa, Okla.

6:30 p.m.

Tulsa

6-2,0-0American

101

Mississippi Valley State

1-6,0-0SWAC

Mississippi Val.

Tulsa

101

Photo by: Anais Moua

Tulsa Sets Scoring Record En Route to 101-53 Win Over MVSU

12/4/2025 10:05:00 PM | Women's Basketball

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TULSA, Okla. — The University of Tulsa set a new single-game scoring record with 101 points, defeating Mississippi Valley State (1-6), 101-53, in the Donald W Reynolds Center, securing the 48-point win with a 54-25 rebounding advantage. The 6-2 Golden Hurricane capitalized on turnovers, scoring 34 points off MVSU's mistakes.

The previous point record of 100 points in a 100-93 win by Tulsa against East Carolina (Jan. 31, 2017) stood for over seven years. The record fell thanks in part to double-figure scoring performances from five different players, including a team-leading and career-high 22 points by freshman guard Dora Toman. She also led TU in nearly everything in the box score with nine rebounds and career-highs seven steals and five assists.

"Very proud of our team today," Head Coach Angie Nelp said. "We had five players score in double figures. But it was more than just those stats. It was the teamwork that we had. It was the way that we shared the ball. It was the way that we were connected defensively in that first half. It was a really impressive showcase of teamwork. The other thing that I felt like we did well was our rebounding. That was a big growth area for us. Coming back from the Bahamas, where we felt like we could have done a lot better in that area, I felt like we focused on that, and our players did a really good job. Excited for the way that our team is growing. Sometimes you have these growing pains and these bumps in the road, and you look at the way that your team is going to handle that adversity and the way that they're going to handle some of those challenges when things don't always go the way that you want it to go. And I'm really proud of the way that they've responded and the way that they're going to continue to grow. We know I say this all the time, we know we have a lot of work ahead of us to do, but I'm excited for the path that we're on."

Tulsa began the game with a strong offensive push, taking an early lead with a three-pointer from Alisha Peavy, assisted by Dora Toman, at 9:33. Mady Cartwright added another three-pointer shortly after, extending Tulsa's lead to 6-0. Layla-J Cameron contributed with four consecutive free throws, maintaining the team's momentum. Tulsa's defense was also formidable, with Cameron recording two blocks, helping limit MVSU's scoring opportunities. The home team continued to dominate, ending the first quarter up 33-8, with Toman's offensive rebound marking the final play of the quarter. TU's 33 points tied the program quarter point record before Tulsa surpassed it in the second quarter with 35 points.

Tulsa dominated the second quarter, outscoring MVSU 35-12. Peavy ignited the scoring with a three-pointer at 9:22, assisted by Hannah Riddick. Cameron contributed consistently, adding a jumper and a 3-pointer, while also registering a key block at 2:09. Cartwright was notable in the paint, securing multiple rebounds and scoring both a layup and a 3-pointer. Toman was instrumental with several steals and a late three-pointer at 0:08, capping a strong performance for Tulsa. MVSU struggled with turnovers, committing 10 in the quarter, and could not sustain offensive momentum.

Tulsa maintained a steady lead in the third quarter, finishing with a 24-21 advantage. Jaeda Murphy initiated MVSU's scoring with a layup just 14 seconds into the quarter. Cartwright responded for Tulsa with a layup at 7:15, pushing their lead further. Tulsa's offensive efforts included a 3-pointer by Haven Fisher at 6:04, aided by Riddick. MVSU's Kylah McCullers countered with a triple of her own at 7:04. Despite MVSU's attempts to close the gap, Tulsa's consistent scoring, including a late three-pointer by Toman, secured their stronghold on the game.

Tulsa and MVSU closed the game with a competitive fourth quarter, where both teams struggled to find the basket consistently. Despite Tulsa's 10 turnovers, they maintained a strong defensive presence, grabbing 19 rebounds. Peavy contributed with a three-pointer at 8:28, bringing Tulsa's score to 95. Jade Clack added a three-pointer at 5:41, increasing Tulsa's lead to 98. MVSU's Sydnei Marshall led her team with a few free throws, but Tulsa's defensive rebounding and strategic plays secured their position. The game ended with a final score of 101-53 in favor of Tulsa.

Tulsa's next stop is Omaha, Neb., where the Golden Hurricane will take on Creighton (3-4) on Sunday, December 7, at 1 p.m.

Tulsa's Top Performers
Dora Toman
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- 22 points
- 5 3-pointers
- 7 steals
- 5 assists

Mady Cartwright
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- 17 points
- 3 3-pointers
- 7 rebounds

Layla-J Cameron
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- 16 points
- 7/8 free throws made
- 3 blocks
- 8 rebounds

Alisha Peavy
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- 15 points
- 3 3-pointers
- 5 rebounds

MVSU's Top Performers
Sydnei Marshall
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- 9 points
- 5/6 free throws made
- 3 steals

Kylah McCullers
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- 13 points
- 3 3-pointers
- 1 block

Ariel Jefferson
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- 4 points
- 6 rebounds
- 2 blocks

Game Notes:
- Tulsa set the program scoring record with 101 points, breaking the previous record of 100 set in a 100-92 home win against East Carolina on January 31, 2017.
- The Golden Hurricane also set the record for most points in a quarter (35, 2Q) and most points in a half (68, 1st half).
- 15 made 3-pointers by Tulsa also ties the Reynolds Center record for most triples in a single game.
- Five players scored in double figures, including Toman (22), Cartwright (17), Cameron (16), Peavy (15), and Fisher (13).
- Toman earns her third double-figure scoring game this season and first career 20+ point game.
- Cartwright got her seventh double-digit scoring contest this year.
- Cameron set a NCAA-career-high of 16 points for her first double-figure point showing.
- Peavy reached her second 10+ point game of her season.
- Fisher recorded her third double-figure point performance of the year.
- Tulsa's 21 assists mark the first 20+ assist performance since March 1, 2025, at Memphis.
- The Golden Hurricane's 54 team rebounds is the first 50+ board game since January 8, 2025, against Charlotte in the Reynolds Center.
- Tulsa won by 48 points. The last time TU won a game by more than 40 points was against Central Arkansas (44 points, 95-51) on December 11, 2022, at home.

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