Get ready to be amazed because the Ohio State Women’s Basketball team just made history in the most jaw-dropping way possible! On Sunday, they didn’t just win—they obliterated Niagara with a staggering 130-32 victory, setting not one but two school records in the process. Yes, you read that right: 130 points! But here’s where it gets even more impressive: this wasn’t just a record for points scored; it was also the largest margin of victory in the program’s entire history. Talk about a statement win!
Let’s break it down. The Buckeyes’ previous high-scoring game was back in 1994, when they dropped 119 points against Idaho State. As for their biggest margin of victory? That was a 70-point win—twice, actually—first against Akron in 1977 (105-35) and then against Ohio in 2004 (107-37). But Sunday’s performance? It blew those records out of the water.
And this is the part most people miss: it wasn’t just the starters who shone. All 11 players on the roster scored at least six points, proving this was a true team effort. The starters played 15 minutes or less, giving the bench a chance to steal the spotlight. Freshman guards Dasha Biriuk (25 points) and Bryn Martin (21 points) led the charge, with sophomores Ava Watson (15) and Jaloni Cambridge (14) also hitting double figures. Talk about depth!
The stats? They’re mind-boggling. Ohio State shot a blistering 61% from the floor (52 of 85), while Niagara struggled at just 16% (10 of 63). The Buckeyes dished out 37 assists—yes, another program record—and forced 43 turnovers. Their bench outscored Niagara’s bench 85-0. Let that sink in: 85 to 0. And in the paint? Ohio State dominated with 84 points compared to Niagara’s 12.
But here’s where it gets controversial: Is this kind of blowout good for the sport? Some might argue it highlights the talent gap between teams, while others see it as a testament to Ohio State’s dominance. What do you think?
This win comes on the heels of another big victory earlier in the week, when the Buckeyes took down No. 20 West Virginia in the Baha Mar Pink Flamingo Championship. With Sunday’s win, they’re now 6-1 on the season, their only loss coming against the powerhouse No. 1 UConn. Niagara, meanwhile, dropped to 0-7.
So, what does this mean for Ohio State moving forward? Are they a legitimate contender this season, or is this just a fluke? And for Niagara, is this a wake-up call or a sign of deeper struggles? Let’s keep the conversation going—drop your thoughts in the comments below!
