St. Edward's women's basketball defeated St. Mary's 64-55 in the first game of the Battle of the Saints, led by Ainsley Thunell and Mikah Chapman with 12 points each. Janiah Perkins contributed eight points, seven assists, five rebounds, and four steals, showcasing the team's strong defensive play and efficient offense.

By the Numbers
  • St. Edward's outscored St. Mary's 26-6 in fast-break points
  • The Hilltoppers had a 20-15 advantage in points off turnovers
  • St. Edward's dominated with a 48-30 lead in points in the paint
State of Play
  • St. Edward's improved to 9-18 with a 6-15 record
  • The team will conclude the season on Thursday against St. Mary's at home
Bottom Line

The victory marked St. Edward's strong defensive performance and efficient offense, positioning the team to close the season on a high note in the upcoming game against St. Mary's.