Alyssa Ustby Dominates as North Carolina Women Win Season Opener
- Alyssa Ustby contributed significantly to the game with 18 points, eight rebounds, and four assists.
- The Tar Heels have won their last 12 games against Charleston Southern and have started the season strong.
- The victory sets a positive tone for the Tar Heels ahead of upcoming games, including a matchup against No. 2 UConn.
In their season opener on November 4, 2024, the North Carolina women’s basketball team secured an 83-53 victory over Charleston Southern. Alyssa Ustby led the Tar Heels with an impressive performance, scoring 18 points and contributing eight rebounds and four assists. Lexi Donarski also made a notable impact, adding 14 points to the team’s score. This victory marks UNC's twelfth consecutive win against Charleston Southern. The Tar Heels have successfully opened their season with seven straight wins in their opening games. Coach Courtney Banghart returns a strong roster, including nine players from last season's NCAA Tournament team. The trio of Ustby, Donarski, and Maria Gakdeng accounted for nearly half of the team's total scoring. In comparison, Charleston Southern struggled, with Catherine Alben leading her team with 18 points. UNC's next matchups include games against UNC Wilmington and North Carolina A&T, leading to a crucial upcoming match against the ranked UConn team, which they lost to last season.