Georgia Stuns No. 5 Vanderbilt 76-74 in SEC Women’s Basketball Showdown
ATHENS, Ga. — The Georgia Lady Bulldogs secured a thrilling 76-74 victory over No. 5 Vanderbilt on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Stegeman Coliseum. Sophomore guard Dani Carnegie led all scorers with 29 points, marking her 12th game this season exceeding 20 points.
Game Highlights
Georgia’s win improves their overall record to 20-6, achieving their 20th win of the season faster than any Lady Bulldog team since the 2017-18 season. This victory marks Georgia’s first against a top-5 opponent since 2021, when they defeated No. 2 NC State. It is also their first triumph over a top-5 team at Stegeman Coliseum since January 21, 2010, against No. 3 Tennessee.
Key Performances
Dani Carnegie’s 29 points spearheaded the Georgia offense. Mia Woolfolk contributed 19 points, scoring 11 in the fourth quarter, while Rylie Theuerkauf added 10 points, marking her sixth consecutive game in double figures.
For Vanderbilt, Mikayla Blakes scored 27 points, with 19 coming from free throws. Justine Pissott added 23 points, her highest scoring performance in an SEC contest. Vanderbilt finished 20-of-22 from the free-throw line.
Game Recap
The Lady Bulldogs led for over 25 minutes and established a 14-point lead in the second quarter. Vanderbilt fought back from a double-digit deficit, tying the game at 56-all going into the fourth quarter. Vandy briefly took a 61-56 advantage early in the fourth, but Georgia responded with a 10-4 run to close out the game. Vanderbilt had a last-second shot attempt that hit the back of the rim, sealing the 76-74 victory for Georgia.
Team Statistics
Georgia shot 56 percent from the field, their highest percentage against an SEC opponent this season. Vanderbilt shot 37.1 percent from the floor.
Looking Ahead
The loss breaks Vanderbilt’s four-game winning streak, dropping their record to 24-3 overall and 10-3 in SEC play. Georgia continues its season with momentum, building on this significant win against a top-ranked opponent.