DePaul University Athletics
Sunday, December 17
Chicago, Ill.
2:00 P.M. CT
DePaul University
7-5,0-0Big East
98
vs
69
Alabama State
0-9,0-0SWAC
1
2
3
4
F
Alabama St.
13
11
19
26
69
DePaul
30
35
15
18
98
Big First Half Powers DePaul Over Alabama State 98-69
12/17/2023 5:05:00 PM | WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
McErlane and Clarke combine for 46 points to lead the Blue Demons
CHICAGO – DePaul knocked down a season-high 17 three-pointers and scored 65 first-half points in a 98-69 rout of Alabama State on Sunday afternoon at Wintrust Arena. Sophomores Maeve McErlane and Kate Clarke led the scoring effort, combining for 46 points on 11 made threes.
Three different Blue Demons finished in double figures led by McErlane's 26 points on 7-of-9 shooting from deep. Clarke added 20 points of her own for her third 20-point performance on the year, while freshman guard Shakara McCline broke out for a career-high 16 points.
Charlece Ohiaeri and Anaya Peoples added eight points apiece with Peoples crashing the boards for a game-high 10 rebounds, her third double-digit rebounding effort on the year.
DePaul (7-5) outrebounded Alabama State 49-29, their second-largest margin of the season, while posting 25 assists on 35 made field goals for its sixth outing with 20 or more assists through the first 12 games of the 2023-24 campaign.
Cordasia Harris had 32 points to lead the Hornets.
How it Happened
McErlane and Michelle Sidor each netted a pair of threes to ignite a hot start as the Blue Demons jumped out to an 18-9 lead. DePaul ended the quarter on a 12-0 run capped by a pair of triples from Clarke to take a 30-13 advantage after 10 minutes.
A 9-2 run in the top half of the second quarter extended the Blue Demons lead to 43-18 before nine unanswered points from McErlane sent the two teams into the locker room with a halftime score of 65-24.
A low-scoring third quarter helped Alabama State make up some ground, but DePaul's offense wouldn't be quieted as Ohiaeri sent the Blue Demons into the fourth quarter in front 80-43.
The two sides traded blows for the last ten minutes, with McCline starting and ending DePaul's scoring summary. Despite the Hornets outscoring DePaul in the final frame, the Blue Demons kept hold of their lead to finish the showdown 98-69.
Up Next
DePaul will hit the road to open the BIG EAST season on Wednesday, Dec. 20 with a trip to Xavier. Tipoff from the Cintas Center is scheduled for 11 a.m. CST.
Follow the Blue Demons
For all the latest information on DePaul Women's Basketball, visit DePaulBlueDemons.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Blue Demons on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
2023-24 Ticket Information
Season ticket renewals for the 2023-24 women's basketball season have concluded. Current ticket holders that have yet to renew can call the ticket office to secure new seats for the upcoming season.
Those looking to purchase NEW 2023-24 season tickets can do so online or over the phone by speaking with a DePaul Athletics Ticket Representative. Season Tickets are on sale now and start at just $99 per seat! Celebrate the 50th season of DePaul Women's Basketball and commit to the Blue Demons today!
The DePaul Athletics Ticket Office is also accepting $50 deposits for Group Outings or Luxury Suite Rentals. Mini plan, group tickets and single-game tickets are on sale now.
Fans can visit DePaulBlueDemons.com/Tickets for more information.
Three different Blue Demons finished in double figures led by McErlane's 26 points on 7-of-9 shooting from deep. Clarke added 20 points of her own for her third 20-point performance on the year, while freshman guard Shakara McCline broke out for a career-high 16 points.
Charlece Ohiaeri and Anaya Peoples added eight points apiece with Peoples crashing the boards for a game-high 10 rebounds, her third double-digit rebounding effort on the year.
DePaul (7-5) outrebounded Alabama State 49-29, their second-largest margin of the season, while posting 25 assists on 35 made field goals for its sixth outing with 20 or more assists through the first 12 games of the 2023-24 campaign.
Cordasia Harris had 32 points to lead the Hornets.
How it Happened
McErlane and Michelle Sidor each netted a pair of threes to ignite a hot start as the Blue Demons jumped out to an 18-9 lead. DePaul ended the quarter on a 12-0 run capped by a pair of triples from Clarke to take a 30-13 advantage after 10 minutes.
A 9-2 run in the top half of the second quarter extended the Blue Demons lead to 43-18 before nine unanswered points from McErlane sent the two teams into the locker room with a halftime score of 65-24.
A low-scoring third quarter helped Alabama State make up some ground, but DePaul's offense wouldn't be quieted as Ohiaeri sent the Blue Demons into the fourth quarter in front 80-43.
The two sides traded blows for the last ten minutes, with McCline starting and ending DePaul's scoring summary. Despite the Hornets outscoring DePaul in the final frame, the Blue Demons kept hold of their lead to finish the showdown 98-69.
Up Next
DePaul will hit the road to open the BIG EAST season on Wednesday, Dec. 20 with a trip to Xavier. Tipoff from the Cintas Center is scheduled for 11 a.m. CST.
Follow the Blue Demons
For all the latest information on DePaul Women's Basketball, visit DePaulBlueDemons.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Blue Demons on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
2023-24 Ticket Information
Season ticket renewals for the 2023-24 women's basketball season have concluded. Current ticket holders that have yet to renew can call the ticket office to secure new seats for the upcoming season.
Those looking to purchase NEW 2023-24 season tickets can do so online or over the phone by speaking with a DePaul Athletics Ticket Representative. Season Tickets are on sale now and start at just $99 per seat! Celebrate the 50th season of DePaul Women's Basketball and commit to the Blue Demons today!
The DePaul Athletics Ticket Office is also accepting $50 deposits for Group Outings or Luxury Suite Rentals. Mini plan, group tickets and single-game tickets are on sale now.
Fans can visit DePaulBlueDemons.com/Tickets for more information.
Team Stats
ALST
DePaul
FG%
.413
.486
3FG%
.286
.486
FT%
.733
.733
RB
29
49
TO
18
17
STL
10
14
Game Leaders
Scoring
Pts
26
FGM
9
3FGM
7
FTM
1
Pts
20
FGM
7
3FGM
4
FTM
2
Pts
16
FGM
6
3FGM
2
FTM
2
Pts
8
FGM
3
3FGM
2
FTM
0
Players Mentioned
G
/ WOMEN'S BASKETBALLG
/ WOMEN'S BASKETBALLG
/ WOMEN'S BASKETBALLG/F
/ WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
G
/ WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
G
/ WOMEN'S BASKETBALLDemon Docs: Welcome Head Coach Jill M. Pizzotti
Tuesday, April 29
Episode 19: Jill M. Pizzotti, Women's Basketball Head Coach
Wednesday, April 16
Jill M. Pizzotti Introductory Press Conference
Tuesday, April 15
DePaul Women's Basketball: Jill Pizzotti Introductory Press Conference
Thursday, April 10