BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Interstat) — UAB used a dominant first quarter to cruise to an 80-56 victory over Alabama A&M in a non-conference women’s basketball game Wednesday at Bartow Arena. The Blazers erupted for 28 points in the opening period, building a 19-point lead they would not relinquish. Cali Smallwood led all scorers with 29 points for UAB, while Sofia Munoz added 16 points and eight assists. The Bulldogs were led by a 20-point fourth quarter in the loss. Both teams now hold 1-2 records on the season. Attendance was announced at 437.