The No. 23 North Carolina women’s basketball team secured its first victory of the 2026/27 NCAA season with an emphatic 109-40 win over North Carolina Central on الأربعاء night. This dominant display included a program-record 18 made three-pointers, underscoring the Tar Heels’ offensive firepower.
Prior to this game, North Carolina had started the season with two losses, falling 91-79 to No. 21 Oklahoma and then suffering an 84-39 defeat against No. 1 South Carolina. الأربعاء’s resounding victory improved their record to 1-2 and marked a significant turnaround.
Tar Heels Pull Away Early in NC Central vs UNC Clash
From the outset, the Tar Heels asserted their dominance, jumping to a 30-11 lead after the first quarter. By halftime, the margin had widened dramatically to 54-15. North Carolina continued to extend their lead, reaching an 85-31 advantage entering the final period.
The offensive effort was led by sophomore Nyla Brooks, who contributed 17 points. Close behind were Kate Harpring with 16 points, five rebounds, and five assists, and Achol Akot, who added 15 points alongside seven assists and six rebounds. Blanca Thomas also made a strong impact, scoring 12 points while grabbing seven rebounds.
In total, 11 different players scored for the Tar Heels, demonstrating a balanced and deep roster performance.
North Carolina Women’s Basketball Shares the Ball
North Carolina’s team-oriented approach was evident in their 30 assists on 40 made baskets, highlighting effective ball movement. The Tar Heels also maintained strong control of the game by limiting themselves to just five turnovers, while forcing 20 turnovers from their opponents, further disrupting North Carolina Central’s attempts to mount a challenge.