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By the People, for the People
Blakes scores 34 points in Vanderbilt's win over Texas
NCAA scoring leader Mikayla Blakes leads No. 5 Vanderbilt to victory over No. 4 Texas
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Mikayla Blakes, the NCAA scoring leader, scored 34 points to help No. 5 Vanderbilt defeat No. 4 Texas 86-70 on Thursday night. Aubrey Galvan added 18 points and 8 rebounds for Vanderbilt in the win.
Why it matters
This was a matchup of two top-5 teams in women's college basketball, showcasing the talent and competitiveness at the highest levels of the sport. Blakes' dominant performance solidifies her status as one of the nation's elite players.
The details
Mikayla Blakes, who leads the NCAA in scoring at 26.2 points per game, poured in 34 points to lead Vanderbilt to the victory. Teammate Aubrey Galvan contributed 18 points and 8 rebounds. Vanderbilt, ranked 5th in the country, was able to pull away from 4th-ranked Texas in the second half to win by a comfortable 16-point margin.
- The game was played on Thursday, February 13, 2026.
The players
Mikayla Blakes
The NCAA scoring leader, averaging 26.2 points per game for Vanderbilt.
Aubrey Galvan
A key contributor for Vanderbilt, scoring 18 points and grabbing 8 rebounds in the win.
Vanderbilt
The 5th-ranked women's basketball team in the country.
Texas
The 4th-ranked women's basketball team in the country.
What they’re saying
“Mikayla Blakes is playing at an incredibly high level right now. She's a dominant force that we had trouble containing tonight.”
— Vic Schaefer, Texas Head Coach (TSN Canada)
The takeaway
Vanderbilt's win over a top-5 opponent like Texas showcases their potential to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. Mikayla Blakes' scoring prowess makes Vanderbilt a threat to win the national championship this season.
