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Carter Leads Kansas City Past Southeast Missouri in 90-61 Win
By Megan McCarthy
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Micaela Carter scored 23 points and added five assists and four steals to lead Kansas City to a 90-61 victory over Southeast Missouri at Swinney Recreation Center.
Kansas City improved to 3-1 with the win, while Southeast Missouri fell to 0-4. The Roos controlled the game with efficient shooting, connecting on 46% from the field, 11-of-22 from three-point range, and 17-of-23 from the free-throw line.
Carter set the tone for Kansas City, scoring 23 points while also contributing five assists and four steals. Her all-around performance helped the Roos build and maintain their advantage throughout the contest.
Bella Edwards provided a spark off the bench, scoring 19 points. Chrishawn Coleman added 16 points, four rebounds, and four assists, giving Kansas City three players in double figures.
Kansas City’s balanced attack proved difficult for Southeast Missouri to contain. The Roos shot 46% from the field and made half of their three-point attempts, going 11-of-22 from beyond the arc. Their 17-of-23 performance at the free-throw line also helped them maintain separation.
Madison Ayers led Southeast Missouri with 11 points, doing so without missing a shot. Southeast Missouri shot 45.3% from the field as a team and finished strong, going 9-for-15 in the fourth quarter.
Despite that late surge, the Redhawks could not close the gap. Kansas City’s 29-point margin reflected the Roos’ control for much of the game, as they improved to 3-1 on the season.
The win moved Kansas City above .500 early in the season, while Southeast Missouri remained winless at 0-4. The Roos will look to build on the performance as they continue their schedule, while the Redhawks search for their first victory.
Megan McCarthy
Women’s College Basketball, The Library Media
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