Kentucky State Women's Basketball beats Simmons 95-46

Kentucky State women’s basketball opened their season with a statement on Saturday, dismantling Simmons 95-46 in a game defined by relentless defensive pressure.

The Thorobreds forced 30 turnovers, effectively turning the contest into a lopsided display of transition offense that left little room for the Falcons to find a rhythm. The game was held in Frankfort, Kentucky.

The lopsided final score reflects the difference in defensive intensity. The Thorobreds recorded 19 steals, converting those defensive stops into 38 points. The ability to capitalize on transition opportunities—scoring 30 points in the paint and adding 20 second-chance points—served as a primary indicator of their offensive efficiency.

Building a 56-19 Halftime Lead

The game was effectively decided before the halftime whistle. Kentucky State erupted for 56 points in the first two quarters, while their defense held Simmons to just 19. A’tylia Green set the pace immediately, hitting a 3-pointer just 12 seconds into the game.

The team’s perimeter shooting was particularly surgical early on, as they connected on seven of their first 12 attempts from beyond the arc, which accounted for a 58.3% shooting clip to establish a 31-14 lead after the opening quarter. During the second quarter, Kentucky State outscored the Falcons 25-4, limiting them to 1-of-11 shooting from the field.

While the offense grabbed headlines, the rebounding margin highlighted the physical disparity on the floor. Kentucky State outrebounded Simmons 54-29, a 25-rebound advantage that ensured the Thorobreds maintained control over possession.

By the third quarter, the intensity dipped slightly as Simmons managed to outscore the Thorobreds 18-16, but the deficit was already too significant to overcome, leaving Kentucky State with a 72-37 lead heading into the final period. The defense eventually limited Simmons to just nine points in the fourth quarter to finalize the score.

Balancing the Roster

Depth was a clear advantage for the Thorobreds, with four different players scoring in double figures. A’tylia Green and Mikiya House led the charge, tying for a game-high 14 points each. Amaya Asher contributed 12 points, and Santana Eubanks finished with 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting. Alycia Triplett rounded out the performance with eight points and six rebounds.

Kentucky State is scheduled to travel to Bowling Green, Kentucky, to face NCAA DI opponent Western Kentucky in an exhibition game on Monday, Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Fans can follow the Thorobreds on X at @KYSUAthletics, Instagram at @ksuthletics, Facebook at Kentucky State Athletics, or visit ksuthorobreds.com.