Breaking: Emma Shumate Scores Career-High 22 Points, Sets Cherokee Invitational 3-Pointers Record as No. 24 Michigan State Women’s Basketball Blows Past Indiana State 115-66
CHERKEE, NC — It was a night of records and dominance for the No. 24 Michigan State Spartans, as they blew past the Indiana State Sycamores 115-66 in the opening game of the Cherokee Invitational. The victory, sparked by senior guard Emma Shumate’s career-high 22 points, sees the Spartans maintain their unbeaten knock in neutral and away games.
Shumate’s Spectacular Shooting
In a sensational shooting display, Shumate sank a record-breaking seven 3-pointers, surpassing former Spartan Moira Joiner’s Cherokee Invitational record of five treys set in 2023. This performance also tied her for fifth all-time in MSU history for most 3-pointers in a game. Additionally, her 22 points were a career-high, matching her collegiate career-best previously set at Ohio State.
Spartans’ Scoring Spree
The Spartans had seven players reach double figures, led by Shumate’s 22 points off the bench. Senior guards Jalyn Brown and Rashunda Jones also chipped in with 13 and 10 points respectively, while redshirt-sophomore guard Kennedy Blair notched her third double-double of the season with 11 points and 10 rebounds.
Dominant Display from Start to Finish
Michigan State took a double-digit lead late in the first quarter and never looked back. They ended the first quarter on a 9-0 run to lead 34-15 and an 11-0 run to start the third, stretching their advantage to 87-54. The Spartans’ largest lead of the game was 51 points in the fourth quarter.
Milestone Moments
- This was Michigan State’s 10th win of the season, their second-best start through 11 games under head coach Robyn Fralick.
- The Spartans’ 115 points were their second-most of the season, and their fourth 100-point game, moving to 4-0.
- Sunday was the second-straight game in which MSU scored 90 or more points, improving to 8-0 in such games.
- The Spartans’ 49-point margin of victory was their highest in the series, topping a 25-point win in 2007.
- MSU played its fifth-straight game away from home, improving to 6-0 at home, 3-0 in neutral games, and 1-1 in road games.
Looking Ahead
The Spartans will now face the winner of the game between No. 14 Ole Miss and Old Dominion on Monday at 7:30 p.m. Michigan State won the 2023 Cherokee Invitational with wins over Richmond and Coastal Carolina, and they’ll be looking to defend their title.
FAQ
Q: How many 3-pointers did Emma Shumate hit against Indiana State?
A: She hit a record-breaking seven 3-pointers.
Q: What was the largest lead of the game for Michigan State?
A: The Spartans’ largest lead was 51 points in the fourth quarter.
Q: Who led the team in rebounds?
A: Kennedy Blair had a game-high 10 rebounds.
Did you know?
Michigan State has now had at least a 20-point lead in nine of the 11 games played this season. This dominance has contributed to their impressive 10-1 record.
Pro tip
With the Spartans’ shooting performance tonight, keep an eye out for their possible growth in 3-point shooting threat as the season progresses.
Explore More
- Dive into our archive to read more about the Spartans’ historic Cherokee Invitational wins.
- Catch up on the latest trends in women’s college basketball with our expert analysis.
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