Barker Sets Alabama Scoring Record in Double OT Loss to Maryland, 111-108

In a thrilling double-overtime matchup, Alabama's Sarah Ashlee Barker scored a remarkable 45 points in her team's 111-108 loss to Maryland in the NCAA Tournament, setting a new record for the Crimson Tide in tournament history. Barker's performance included a clutch moment where she made three free throws with just 0.7 seconds left in the first overtime to tie the game. Despite her efforts, which also featured eight rebounds and three assists, Alabama could not secure a victory, falling short in the final seconds of the second overtime. This scoring feat places Barker among the elite, as her 45 points are the fourth-most ever scored in an NCAA Tournament game. Barker's career comes to an end with this game, leaving a lasting legacy at Alabama after transferring from Georgia. Teammates and fans alike celebrated her accomplishments, recognizing her as a standout player in women's basketball.