Kiyomi McMiller announced her arrival in Gainesville with a historic performance, leading the Florida Gators to a decisive 95-65 victory over UCF. The junior point guard erupted for a career-high 42 points, marking the highest scoring output for a UF women’s basketball player since Ronnie Williams scored 43 against Vanderbilt in 2017. This dominant showing extends Florida’s perfect start to 2-0 under first-year head coach Tami Reiss, who praised McMiller’s efficiency and ability to exploit defensive mismatches.
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McMiller’s statistical line was nearly perfect, as she finished 14 of 25 from the field, including 7 of 10 from three-point range and 7 of 8 from the free-throw line. Her ability to attack the mid-range while stretching the floor with deep threes left UCF’s defense scrambling. Reiss noted that while McMiller’s mid-range game is her “bread and butter,” her current three-point efficiency makes her virtually unstoppable. The 5-foot-9 guard from Silver Springs, Maryland, has already established herself as the primary offensive engine for the Gators, following a 31-point outing in her debut against Bucknell.
The victory serves as a clear statement of intent for the new regime in Gainesville. McMiller’s relentless mentality, summarized by her post-game quote, “Just keep going until they stop me,” highlights the confidence Reiss is instilling in her roster. With two wins in two games and a star transfer performing at an elite level, Florida women’s basketball is poised for a strong campaign. The Gators will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, relying on McMiller’s scoring prowess to drive their offense against tougher competition.
Source: Yahoo Sports
