Miami Women’s Basketball Stifles Stanford 66-51 as Ra Shaya Kyle Controls the Paint in Statement ACC Win

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The Miami Hurricanes women's basketball controlled the interior and capitalized on defensive pressure to secure a 66-51 win over the Stanford Cardinal women's basketball in a result that carries measurable ACC and national tournament impact.

Miami shot 45 percent from the field while limiting Stanford to 32 percent, including 14 percent from three point range at 3-21. The efficiency gap defined the latest timeline of the game and reflects a defensive performance that dictated pace from the opening quarter.

Gal Raviv led Miami with 19 points on 9-15 shooting, adding 3 assists and maintaining backcourt control against consistent pressure. Amarachi Kimpson contributed 14 points, and Natalie Wetzel added 12, including 2-6 from beyond the arc.

The decisive performance came from Ra Shaya Kyle, who recorded 11 points and 14 rebounds while converting 9-10 free throw attempts. Kyle anchored the paint on both ends, helping Miami finish with a 32-38 rebounding margin while forcing Stanford into difficult half court possessions.

Stanford struggled to generate perimeter rhythm, with Courtney Ogden and Chloe Clardy combining to shoot 2-11 from three point range. Hailee Swain led the Cardinal with 16 points and 7 rebounds, but the offense lacked consistent spacing and ball movement. Stanford finished with 17 turnovers and just 8 assists, numbers that underscore Miami’s defensive pressure and rotation discipline.

The Cardinal did show effort on the glass with 38 rebounds and 12 offensive boards, yet second chance opportunities did not translate into efficient scoring. Stanford shot 19-60 overall and relied heavily on free throw efficiency at 10-11 to remain within reach early.

From a broader ACC perspective, Miami’s balanced scoring and interior dominance reinforce its postseason outlook under head coach Katie Meier. The Hurricanes generated 11 steals and 5 blocks, reflecting defensive activity that historically aligns with deep conference tournament runs. Limiting an established program like Stanford to 51 points signals defensive cohesion at a pivotal stage of the season.

For Stanford, the loss highlights ongoing offensive inconsistency. Shooting below 35 percent and below 20 percent from three point range presents clear areas for adjustment as conference play intensifies. Improving assist to turnover ratio and perimeter efficiency will be central to the Cardinal’s next steps.

What this means moving forward is significant for both programs. Miami strengthens its tournament resume with a win defined by interior control and balanced scoring. Stanford faces a narrowing margin for error as it works to stabilize offensive execution and ball security.

The outlook now shifts to upcoming ACC matchups that will influence seeding and national positioning. If Miami sustains this level of defensive engagement and paint production, the Hurricanes position themselves as a legitimate factor in the conference race and a difficult matchup in postseason play.