Central Arkansas Faces Arkansas in Key Women’s Basketball Matchup
CONWAY, Ark. – The Central Arkansas women’s basketball team is gearing up for a significant challenge as they head to Fayetteville to face the University of Arkansas for their second Southeastern Conference (SEC) game of the season. The game is scheduled to tip-off at 8 p.m. on Monday.
Recent Performance of the Sugar Bears
The Sugar Bears, boasting a record of 1-1, recently opened their home schedule with a resounding victory over Lyon College, winning by a staggering 115-43 margin at the Farris Center. The team’s defensive prowess was on full display, forcing 36 turnovers and recording 27 steals—marking the third-highest total in the program’s history. This game also saw the Sugar Bears achieve their first 20-steal game since the 2021-22 season.
A total of 12 players contributed to the scoring total, with Cheyanne Kemp leading the charge by setting a career-high with 22 points. The team’s balanced offensive attack included five players scoring in double figures, complemented by a solid shooting performance that resulted in 15 three-pointers at a 42% success rate.
Historical Context of the Matchup
In their last encounter, the Sugar Bears faced the Razorbacks last season, where they scored 70 points—a record high for Central Arkansas against Arkansas, despite the loss. Bree Stephens contributed 13 points in that game, showcasing the team’s potential in high-scoring situations.
Arkansas Razorbacks Overview
The Razorbacks enter this matchup with a new head coach, Kelsi Musick, who transitioned from Oral Roberts to take the helm in the SEC. Under her guidance, the team has achieved a perfect start to the season with an impressive average of 97 points per game, having won both of their opening games by double-digit margins against Louisiana Tech and Arkansas-Pine Bluff.
Arkansas features a strong offensive lineup, with five players averaging double-digit scoring, led by Bonnie Deas, who is averaging 18.5 points per game. The Razorbacks have also been efficient from beyond the arc, making 24 three-pointers and hitting 44% of their attempts this season, with at least eight players contributing from long range.
Viewing Information
Fans can catch the action starting at 8 p.m. in Fayetteville, as the game will be broadcast on the SEC Network. Additionally, live stats will be accessible online, and 91.3 The Bear will provide radio coverage with play-by-play commentary from Steve Owens.
