LINCOLN, Neb. — Alexis Markowski led the No. 24 Nebraska Cornhuskers to a commanding 66-42 win against Chattanooga on Sunday, contributing 18 points to the team’s effort.
Markowski displayed her impressive skills by successfully making 7 out of 9 attempts from the field, including one shot from beyond the arc, and also pulled down eight rebounds in just 20 minutes of action. The victory marked the Cornhuskers’ fifth consecutive win, improving their home record to a perfect 9-0. Notably, Markowski is the first athlete in Nebraska’s history to reach both 1,500 points and 1,000 rebounds throughout her career. Additionally, she holds the program record with 44 double-doubles.

Callin Hake contributed to the success with 10 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Britt Prince added to the scoreboard with two three-pointers, bringing her total to eight points for the game. Prince made history as the first freshman to score over 100 points within her first eight games as a Cornhusker.

For the Mocs, who now hold a record of 4-8 after this match, Gaia Elisaldez and bench player Ava Card led with 10 points each. This loss marked the fifth consecutive defeat for Chattanooga, bringing their road record to 1-4.

Early in the game, Card’s three-pointer helped Chattanooga gain an 11-8 lead, but the Mocs struggled to score during a critical period late in the first quarter, failing to make a basket for the last 4:34. This allowed Nebraska to finish the quarter strong, thanks to 3-pointers from Kendall Moriarty and Markowski, taking a 14-11 lead at the end of the first quarter.

Chattanooga’s Gianna Corbitt began the second quarter with a three-pointer to tie the game, but Hake quickly responded with a three of her own. Prince then ignited a 15-6 run with two consecutive three-pointers, leading Nebraska to a 29-20 halftime advantage. Markowski finished the first half as the top scorer with 10 points.

In the third quarter, Hake continued her strong performance, adding seven points and helping Nebraska extend their lead to 44-30. The fourth quarter showcased the depth of Nebraska’s roster as eight players contributed to a collective score of 22 points, securing the victory.

Next up, Nebraska will face No. 25 Georgia Tech in their upcoming match on Saturday, while Chattanooga is set to host Salem University on the same day.