MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin women's basketball team (3-1) rolled to an 82-45 victory over the Milwaukee Panthers (2-3) on Sunday, Nov. 17, in a Dairy State battle.

Tess Myers and Carter McCray each posted 15 points, setting new season highs. Myers also drained five three-pointers, marking another season best.

Serah Williams contributed 14 points, bringing her career total to 996.

As a team, Wisconsin shot 47.8% (33-69) from the field, 40.9% (9-22) from beyond the arc, and 77.8% (7-9) at the free throw line. The Badgers were dominant in the paint, outscoring Milwaukee 48-24.

Defensively, Wisconsin stifled the Panthers, limiting them to a season-low 30.5% shooting (18-59) from the field and just 13.0% (3-23) from three-point range.

How It Happened

The Badgers took control early, erupting for a 12-0 run in the first quarter. They shot 50.0% from the field in the first half, with Natalie Leuzinger perfect from the floor (3-3) to close out the half. Wisconsin also dominated the boards, out-rebounding Milwaukee 29-11. At the break, the Badgers led by 20, 44-22— their largest halftime lead of the season.

In the second half, Wisconsin continued to push the pace, starting with a 13-0 run that spanned the third and fourth quarters. Tessa Grady was perfect from the field, including a three-pointer, while several players saw extended minutes, including Alie Bisballe, Gracie Grzesk, Alba Martín Mesa, and Reese Jaramillo.

Up Next

The Badgers will return home to host the UIC Flames on Thursday, Nov. 21. Tip-off is set for 6:30 p.m.