Ta’Mia Scott Has Career Night In SEC Home Opener Against Arkansas

On Sunday, the Crimson Tide defeated Arkansas 77-48 at Coleman as they improved to 15-1, earning its first SEC win of the season. The Crimson Tide's Ta'Mia Scott (16), Essence Cody (15) and Diana Collins (10) combined for 41 points of Alabama's 77 total points.

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The Tide opened the game on a 13–7 run in the first six minutes, fueled by Ta’Mia Scott, who scored eight early points. Alabama closed the first quarter with an 11-point advantage, 25–14.

The Tide continued to build momentum in the second quarter, outscoring the Razorbacks 19–10. Essence Cody led the way during the frame, recording eight points, two rebounds, and a steal in just six minutes of action. Alabama carried a 20-point lead into halftime, 44–24, marking the program’s third-largest halftime margin of the season.

Alabama maintained control coming out of the break, opening the third quarter on a 13–8 run behind five points apiece from Jessica Timmons and Cody. The Tide stretched its lead to a game-high 32 points late in the third quarter, highlighted by layups from Waiata Jennings and Scott, along with a three-pointer from Karly Weathers, to take a 67–35 advantage.

Arkansas attempted a brief push with a 9–4 run midway through the fourth quarter, but Alabama quickly responded and continued to extend its lead to close out the 77–48 win.

Senior Guard Ta'Mia Scott was a huge contributor behind Alabama's win as she recorded a career high 16 points against Arkansas.

The Clarksville native came out firing in the first quarter. Scott could not miss as she became the hot hand for the Crimson Tide behind her 8 points. Scott made two threes and a layup before she was subbed out. Scott contiued to be a factor as she finished with 16 points (4 of 6 from three) and 5 rebounds through 21 minutes.

Scott commented on what was working behind her career night for the Crimson Tide.

I just had the confidence to shoot the ball early. I got good wide open shots from my teammates so really just the confidence that my caoches and teammates have in me.

Scott's contribution and production this season has been pivotal. Scott is avering 8.4 points while shotting 44.2 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from three.

Head Coach Kristy Curry shared her thoughts about Scott's career night against Arkansas.

I can't tell you how happy I am for her because she comes every single day, she is so posed and calm. She does her job and to see her have success today because of all the work she put in. She has put in so much work and I see those shots go in all the time so it was really great to see her have a big day. I am on her so much, she can't hardly sleep hearing me say rebound. I know she scored today but she also had 5 rebounds. She is starting to understand the physicality and pace. It's different and it means more in this league. She is starting to figure it out and starting to get to her spots. She played so well today in a big game where we needed her. I am feeling like this is going to jumpstart her. We need her to be consistent with this.

She began her collegiate career at Middle Tennessee, steadily developing into one of Conference USA’s most impactful players over three seasons with the Blue Raiders. As a freshman in 2022–23, she appeared in 25 games and contributed to a 16-game winning streak, gaining valuable experience during league play while posting season highs of 10 points and seven rebounds against UTSA.

Her role expanded significantly during the 2023–24 season, when she earned All-Conference USA Second Team honors. She averaged 12.2 points and 5.6 rebounds per game while adding 1.6 steals, 1.5 assists, and 1.1 blocks per contest. She scored in double figures 21 times, recorded three double-doubles, and delivered several standout performances, including a 26-point outing against Sam Houston and a strong showing in the NCAA Tournament against LSU.

The 2024–25 campaign marked a breakout year. She was named to the CUSA Commissioner’s Honor Roll and earned All-Conference USA First Team recognition after leading the Blue Raiders in scoring at 16.7 points per game. A four-time CUSA Player of the Week, she started all 35 games and averaged 35.5 minutes per contest. She surpassed 1,000 career points on March 12, 2025, becoming the 37th player in program history to reach the milestone, and posted a career-high 30 points in a win over Jacksonville. That season, she also ranked second on the team in rebounding with 232 boards (6.6 rpg).

Across her Middle Tennessee career, she totaled 471 rebounds, 87 blocks, and 99 steals, establishing herself as a durable, two-way presence. Following her standout tenure with the Blue Raiders, she took the next step in her career by transferring to Alabama, bringing proven production, postseason experience, and leadership to the Crimson Tide program.

This Thursday the Crimson Tide will welcome Kentucky to Coleman with tipoff set for 6 p.m, CT on SEC Network Plus.

Alabama Players with Double-Digit Points

Ta'Mia Scott - 16 points

Essence Cody - 15 points

Diana Collins - 10 points

Alabama Stat Leaders 

Points: Ta'Mia Scott - 16

Assists: Karly Weathers - 6

Rebounds: Alancia Ramsey - 7

Chase Brumfield is the morning producer and writer for Tide 100.9. He is a recent graduate from Mississippi State University as a Communications Major. Follow Chase for more Alabama content on X at @cb3864.