Sara-Rose Smith Shines as CU Buffs Defeat Kansas in Thrilling Matchup

Boulder: The CU Buffs had a great game against Kansas, winning 84-76. Sara-Rose Smith was on fire, grabbing a career-high 19 rebounds. She also scored eight points, helping her team secure the win.

The crowd was buzzing, with 4,562 fans cheering them on. Smith really stepped up after a bit of a slump. She mentioned wanting to be a “dog” on the court, and she definitely showed that attitude.

The Buffs had four players scoring in double figures, with Jade Masogayo leading the way with 20 points. They shot an impressive 54.1% from the field, which really helped them pull ahead.

Rebounding was key in this game. The Buffs dominated the boards, finishing with a 39-18 advantage. Smith out-rebounded Kansas all by herself, which made a huge difference.

CU’s coach praised Smith for her mentality and effort. She had struggled in previous games, but this time, she took the challenge seriously. It was clear she wanted to turn things around.

The Buffs are now looking forward to their next game against No. 17 West Virginia. With this win, they’re feeling good and ready to keep the momentum going. It’s exciting to see how they’ll perform next!