LSU Women’s Basketball began their 2025-2026 campaign against the Choctaws of Mississippi College. The Lady Tigers pulled off a dominant victory 146-48. 

Players, Mikaylah Williams and Zakiyah Johnson spoke to the media alongside Head Coach Kim Mulkey. 

In her first game as a Tiger, Freshman Zakiyah Johnson wasted no time, finishing the game with 25 points and a double-double. 

“She’s a good player. She’s always around the ball, and she goes and gets offensive rebounds.” said Head Coach Kim Mulkey on Johnson’s standout performance. 

Junior Guard Mikaylah Williams picked up where she left off last season with 16 points, showcasing her versatility throughout the court. 

“Coming into this game, we played with a lot of confidence, even though some of these people have never stepped on a college court before.” stated by Mikaylah Williams on the performance of the team. 

The Lady Tigers will continue their preseason preparations with their final exhibition game against the Langston Lions, October, 30 at 7 p.m. CT in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.