Sometimes, a game feels bigger than the final score. Sunday night in Tuscaloosa was one of those moments.
Alabama Crimson Tide women’s basketball didn’t just beat a ranked opponent, they stunned Kentucky Wildcats women’s basketball, knocking off the No. 7 team in the country with a commanding 64-51 win inside Coleman Coliseum.
It was physical.
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It was confident.
And it was a clear reminder that Alabama women’s basketball has arrived.
This victory was no fluke. It was the result of a program that has been steadily built, shaped, and transformed under head coach Kristy Curry. What Curry has done in Tuscaloosa cannot be overstated. She has changed the culture. She has changed the expectations. And now, she’s changing how the rest of the country views Alabama women’s basketball.
With the win, Alabama improved to 16-1, the best start in program history.
Let that sink in.
Not just a good season, a historic one. And the way the Crimson Tide earned this win made it even more impressive. Alabama dictated the tempo, defended with purpose, and never looked intimidated by the moment or the opponent.
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Senior guard Jessica Timmons was sensational. The veteran leader poured in 24 points, while adding four rebounds and two assists, putting the team on her back when it mattered most. She attacked with confidence, made tough shots, and set the tone offensively all night long.
She wasn’t alone.
Junior guard Diana Collins delivered another strong performance, finishing with 16 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Her ability to score in rhythm and complement Timmons gave Alabama the balance it needed to pull away and stay in control.
This team is deep.
This team is tough.
And most importantly, this team believes.
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What made this win special wasn’t just beating a top-10 opponent, it was how Alabama did it.
They played like a program that expects to win. Like a team that knows its ceiling hasn’t been reached yet.
And the scary part? This might only be the beginning.
Alabama hits the road next, facing Missouri on January 12, carrying momentum, confidence, and a growing belief that this season could be truly special.
What a game.
What a statement.
And what a future for Alabama women’s basketball.
Roll Tide!
