The Missouri Western women’s basketball team won their fourth consecutive game Saturday as they defeated Maryville 74-64 at the MWSU Fieldhouse in the final game of the Holiday Inn Express Classic.

Missouri Western came out strong in the first half building a 33-22 lead but the Saints were able to cut the deficit to just two at halftime.

Maryville eventually took the lead in the second half with a three-pointer before the Griffons pulled off a 14-2 run to get back in front and never look back.

The Griffons were led by a trio of players scoring in double-figures. Sarafina Handy was the team leading scorer with 16 points which included four three-pointers. Miliakere Koyamainavure produced a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds on the night. LaQuinta Jefferson added 13 points for MWSU.

MWSU was able to take advantage of 32 bench points and 38 points in the paint to help fend off Maryville University.

The Griffons will now travel to Fort Hays State on December 6 with a tip-off set for 2 p.m.  The will be broadcast on 680 KFEQ and here on StJosephPost.com.

— MWSU Sports Information —