Dec. 12, 2001

COLUMBIA, Mo. - The University of Missouri women's basketball team ranks fifth among NCAA Division I schools in free throw percentage in the statistical report released today by the NCAA.

Missouri has made 142-of-181 free throws for a 78.45 percent mark. MU ranks tied for 19th in winning percentage (87.5 percent) as the Tigers have opened the season with a 7-1 record. In the individual rankings, Kerensa Barr ranks 20th in free throw percentage. She has made 49-of-53 foul shots (92.5 percent)

Here's a listing of the Tigers' rankings:
Free throw percentage, 5th, 78.45 percent (142-of-181)
Rebound margin, 14th, +9.88
Won/loss percentage, 19th, 87.5 percent
Scoring margin, 27th, +15.75
Scoring defense, 34th, 57.75 ppg

Missouri returns to action on Dec. 20 against Arkansas-Pine Bluff with a 7 p.m. game at the Hearnes Center.