OGDEN, Utah (Interstat) — A dominant fourth-quarter performance by Antoniette Emma-Nnopu and Lanae Billy propelled the Weber State Wildcats to an 82-76 comeback victory over the Utah Tech Trailblazers in a non-conference women’s basketball game Saturday at the Dee Events Center.

Weber State, which entered the final period trailing by six points, erupted for 32 points in the fourth quarter to overtake the Trailblazers. The Wildcats outscored Utah Tech by 11 in the period to secure the win and even their season record at 2-2. Utah Tech fell to 2-1.

The game was a tale of two halves, defined by a dramatic shift in offensive execution. After three tightly contested quarters, Weber State’s offense found its rhythm, capitalizing on its opportunities with greater efficiency. The Wildcats scored 82 points on 78 possessions for an offensive rating of 105.8, while Utah Tech managed 76 points on 79 possessions for a rating of 96.8.

Emma-Nnopu, a 5-foot-11 guard from Geelong, Australia, was instrumental in the victory, posting a near triple-double with 22 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists. She also added four blocks, showcasing her impact on both ends of the floor. Her backcourt partner, Lanae Billy, led all scorers with 23 points, including several crucial baskets during the Wildcats’ fourth-quarter surge.

Utah Tech was led by Kaylee Borden, a 5-6 guard from Anadarko, Oklahoma, who recorded a double-double with 21 points and 11 rebounds. Maddie Warren provided a significant offensive spark off the bench, contributing 17 points for the Trailblazers.

The game was a statistical deadlock in several categories. Both teams scored 40 points in the paint, and each recorded five blocks and five steals. Weber State committed 16 turnovers to Utah Tech’s 12, but the Wildcats managed a slight edge in points off turnovers, 15-12.

Weber State’s shooting efficiency proved to be a decisive factor. The Wildcats shot 48 percent from the floor, connecting on 29 of 60 attempts. They were also effective from beyond the arc, making 7 of 19 three-pointers for a 37 percent clip, and efficient from the free-throw line, hitting 17 of 20. Utah Tech struggled with its shooting, making just 28 of 71 field goals for a 39 percent rate. The Trailblazers were particularly cold from deep, hitting only 6 of 28 three-point attempts.

The teams were neck-and-neck through the first three quarters. The first quarter ended in a 13-13 tie before Utah Tech used a 23-point second period to take a 36-31 lead into halftime. The Trailblazers maintained their five-point advantage through the third quarter, leading 55-50, but could not withstand Weber State’s explosive final period.

Other key contributors for Weber State included Makenna Shaffer with 13 points and five rebounds, while Sydney White of Centennial, Colorado, and Hannah Robbins of Phoenix, Arizona, each added eight points. For Utah Tech, Chardonnay Hartley, a 5-3 guard from Harlem, New York, scored 10 points, and Brie Crittendon of Union, Kentucky, added seven points and six rebounds. Lauren Crocker of Calgary, Canada, anchored the interior defense for the Trailblazers with four blocks.

The announced attendance at the Dee Events Center was 512. Weber State’s next game is on the road against Utah Valley on Thursday. Utah Tech returns home to face Portland State next Saturday.